Pipaliya (Dhokalva) - Chotila, Surendranagar
Pipaliya (Dhokalva) is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Pipaliya (Dhokalva) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pipaliya (Dhokalva) is 512416. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070.03 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pipaliya (Dhokalva) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pipaliya (Dhokalva)
As per Census 2011, Pipaliya (Dhokalva) village has a total population of 1,558 people, consisting of 818 males and 740 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 862 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pipaliya (Dhokalva) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 818 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 114 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 862 | 520 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 298 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Pipaliya (Dhokalva)
Pipaliya (Dhokalva) 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 Pipaliya (Dhokalva)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pipaliya (Dhokalva).
| 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 Pipaliya (Dhokalva) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Pipaliya (Dhokalva) is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pipaliya (Dhokalva)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pipaliya (Dhokalva) 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 Pipaliya (Dhokalva)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pipaliya (Dhokalva) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pipaliya (Dhokalva)
Where is Pipaliya (Dhokalva) located?
Pipaliya (Dhokalva) village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pipaliya (Dhokalva)?
Pipaliya (Dhokalva) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pipaliya (Dhokalva)?
The pincode of Pipaliya (Dhokalva) is 363520.
What is the population of Pipaliya (Dhokalva)?
Pipaliya (Dhokalva) has a total population of 1,558, including 818 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Pipaliya (Dhokalva)?
There are 287 households in Pipaliya (Dhokalva).
What is the literacy rate in Pipaliya (Dhokalva)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pipaliya (Dhokalva) is 55.33%. Male literacy is 63.57% and female literacy is 46.22%.