Peplu - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Peplu is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from Deesa and around 58 km from Palanpur. Peplu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peplu is 508330. The village covers a total geographical area of 1448.69 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Peplu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peplu
As per Census 2011, Peplu village has a total population of 4,617 people, consisting of 2,374 males and 2,243 females. The village has 783 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 670 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,379 literate and 2,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 705 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peplu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,617 | 2,374 | 2,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 360 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 705 | 349 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 2,379 | 1,452 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,238 | 922 | 1,316 |
Nearby Villages of Peplu
Peplu 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 Peplu
Public transport in the Peplu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Peplu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Peplu is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Peplu is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peplu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peplu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peplu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peplu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Peplu
Where is Peplu located?
Peplu village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peplu?
Peplu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peplu?
The pincode of Peplu is 385530.
What is the population of Peplu?
Peplu has a total population of 4,617, including 2,374 males and 2,243 females.
How many households are there in Peplu?
There are 783 households in Peplu.
What is the literacy rate in Peplu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peplu is 51.53%. Male literacy is 61.16% and female literacy is 41.33%.