Piproni - Kaprada, Valsad
Piproni is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Piprodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piproni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piproni is 523606. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.63 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Piproni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piproni
According to the 2011 Census, Piproni village had a total population of 1,169 people, including 562 males and 607 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.67%, with male literacy at 52.26% and female literacy at 33.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,167.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,169 | 562 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 120 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,167 | 560 | 607 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 231 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 331 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Piproni
Piproni 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 Piproni
Piproni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Selvas to Piproni is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Piproni is about 82 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 Piproni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piproni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piproni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piproni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piproni
Where is Piproni located?
Piproni village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piproni?
The Gram Panchayat of Piproni is Piprodi.
What is the pincode of Piproni?
The pincode of Piproni is 396067.
What is the population of Piproni?
Piproni had a total population of 1,169, including 562 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Piproni?
Piproni had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piproni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piproni was 42.67%. Male literacy was 52.26% and female literacy was 33.69%.