Piplana - Kotda Sangani, Rajkot
Piplana is a village situated in the Kotda Sangani taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotda Sangani and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Piplana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piplana is 513058. The village covers a total geographical area of 795.75 hectares and falls under the 360030 pincode. Rajkot is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Piplana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piplana
As per Census 2011, Piplana village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 259 males and 241 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piplana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 259 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 196 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Piplana
Piplana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Piplana
Public transport in the Piplana is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajkot to Piplana is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piplana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piplana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piplana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piplana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Piplana
Where is Piplana located?
Piplana village is located in Kotda Sangani Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piplana?
Piplana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piplana?
The pincode of Piplana is 360030.
What is the population of Piplana?
Piplana has a total population of 500, including 259 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Piplana?
There are 87 households in Piplana.
What is the literacy rate in Piplana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piplana is 68.80%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 61.41%.