Piprali - Chotila, Surendranagar
Piprali is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Piprali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprali is 512370. The village covers a total geographical area of 1779.49 hectares and falls under the 363440 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Piprali 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 Piprali
As per Census 2011, Piprali village has a total population of 2,266 people, consisting of 1,155 males and 1,111 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,180 literate and 1,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,155 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 174 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 111 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 728 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 427 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Piprali
Piprali 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 Piprali
Piprali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Chotila to Piprali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Piprali is about 81 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 Piprali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Piprali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprali 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 Piprali
Where is Piprali located?
Piprali village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprali?
Piprali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piprali?
The pincode of Piprali is 363440.
What is the population of Piprali?
Piprali has a total population of 2,266, including 1,155 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Piprali?
There are 437 households in Piprali.
What is the literacy rate in Piprali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprali is 52.07%. Male literacy is 63.03% and female literacy is 40.68%.