Som Pipaliya - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Som Pipaliya is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Jasdan and around 80 km from Rajkot. Som Pipaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Som Pipaliya is 513161. The village covers a total geographical area of 1527.9 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Som 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 Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Som Pipaliya
As per Census 2011, Som Pipaliya village has a total population of 2,462 people, consisting of 1,273 males and 1,189 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 433 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,407 literate and 1,055 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Som Pipaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,462 | 1,273 | 1,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 232 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 822 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,055 | 451 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Som Pipaliya
Som 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 Som Pipaliya
Som 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 Jasdan to Som Pipaliya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Som Pipaliya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Som Pipaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Som Pipaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Som 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 Som Pipaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Som Pipaliya
Where is Som Pipaliya located?
Som Pipaliya village is located in Vinchchiya Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Som Pipaliya?
Som Pipaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Som Pipaliya?
The pincode of Som Pipaliya is 360055.
What is the population of Som Pipaliya?
Som Pipaliya has a total population of 2,462, including 1,273 males and 1,189 females.
How many households are there in Som Pipaliya?
There are 434 households in Som Pipaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Som Pipaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Som Pipaliya is 57.15%. Male literacy is 64.57% and female literacy is 49.20%.