Piproti - Kaprada, Valsad
Piproti is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Rahor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piproti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piproti is 523534. The village covers a total geographical area of 344.23 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Piproti 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 Piproti
As per Census 2011, Piproti village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 243 males and 231 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 470 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piproti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 243 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 241 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 141 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 102 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Piproti
Piproti 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 Piproti
Piproti 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 Dharampur to Piproti is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Piproti 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 Piproti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piproti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Piproti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piproti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Piproti
Where is Piproti located?
Piproti village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piproti?
The Gram Panchayat of Piproti is Rahor.
What is the pincode of Piproti?
The pincode of Piproti is 396067.
What is the population of Piproti?
Piproti has a total population of 474, including 243 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Piproti?
There are 103 households in Piproti.
What is the literacy rate in Piproti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piproti is 47.26%. Male literacy is 58.02% and female literacy is 35.93%.