Piparia Village - Mandvi, Surat
Piparia is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Piparia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piparia is 524046. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.16 hectares and falls under the 394335 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Piparia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piparia
As per Census 2011, Piparia village has a total population of 764 people, consisting of 386 males and 378 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 577 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piparia are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 764 | 386 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 577 | 288 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 166 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 220 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Piparia
Piparia 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 Piparia
Piparia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Mandvi to Piparia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Piparia is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piparia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piparia 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 Piparia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piparia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piparia
Where is Piparia located?
Piparia village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piparia?
Piparia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piparia?
The pincode of Piparia is 394335.
What is the population of Piparia?
Piparia has a total population of 764, including 386 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Piparia?
There are 183 households in Piparia.
What is the literacy rate in Piparia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piparia is 41.23%. Male literacy is 43.01% and female literacy is 39.42%.