Piluda - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Piluda is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Tharad and around 120 km from Palanpur. Piluda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piluda is 507516. The village covers a total geographical area of 3106.88 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Piluda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piluda
As per Census 2011, Piluda village has a total population of 4,725 people, consisting of 2,433 males and 2,292 females. The village has 808 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,274 literate and 2,451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 634 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piluda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,725 | 2,433 | 2,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 399 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 634 | 327 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,274 | 1,472 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,451 | 961 | 1,490 |
Nearby Villages of Piluda
Piluda 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 Piluda
Piluda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Tharad to Piluda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Piluda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piluda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piluda 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 Piluda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piluda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Piluda
Where is Piluda located?
Piluda village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piluda?
Piluda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piluda?
The pincode of Piluda is 385565.
What is the population of Piluda?
Piluda has a total population of 4,725, including 2,433 males and 2,292 females.
How many households are there in Piluda?
There are 808 households in Piluda.
What is the literacy rate in Piluda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piluda is 48.13%. Male literacy is 60.50% and female literacy is 34.99%.