Sal Pipaliya - Paddhari, Rajkot
Sal Pipaliya is a village situated in the Paddhari taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paddhari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Sal Pipaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sal Pipaliya is 512907. The village covers a total geographical area of 2008.21 hectares and falls under the 360110 pincode. Paddhari is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sal Pipaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sal Pipaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Sal Pipaliya village had a total population of 1,576 people, including 819 males and 757 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.76%, with male literacy at 82.43% and female literacy at 64.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 301, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,576 | 819 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 155 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 605 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 214 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Sal Pipaliya
Sal Pipaliya 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 Sal Pipaliya
Sal Pipaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Paddhari to Sal Pipaliya is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Sal Pipaliya is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sal Pipaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sal Pipaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sal Pipaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sal Pipaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sal Pipaliya
Where is Sal Pipaliya located?
Sal Pipaliya village is located in Paddhari Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sal Pipaliya?
Sal Pipaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sal Pipaliya?
The pincode of Sal Pipaliya is 360110.
What is the population of Sal Pipaliya?
Sal Pipaliya had a total population of 1,576, including 819 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Sal Pipaliya?
Sal Pipaliya had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sal Pipaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sal Pipaliya was 73.76%. Male literacy was 82.43% and female literacy was 64.60%.