Piprol - Dharampur, Valsad
Piprol is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Pindval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piprol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piprol is 523377. The village covers a total geographical area of 1166.32 hectares and falls under the 396050 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Piprol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piprol
As per Census 2011, Piprol village has a total population of 1,401 people, consisting of 698 males and 703 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,400 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piprol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,401 | 698 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 139 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,400 | 698 | 702 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 321 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 377 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Piprol
Piprol 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 Piprol
Piprol 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 Dharampur to Piprol is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Piprol is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piprol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piprol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Piprol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piprol 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piprol
Where is Piprol located?
Piprol village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piprol?
The Gram Panchayat of Piprol is Pindval.
What is the pincode of Piprol?
The pincode of Piprol is 396050.
What is the population of Piprol?
Piprol has a total population of 1,401, including 698 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Piprol?
There are 240 households in Piprol.
What is the literacy rate in Piprol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piprol is 35.47%. Male literacy is 45.99% and female literacy is 25.04%.