Piyola - Chikhali, Dungarpur
Piyola is a village situated in the Chikhali tehsil of Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 38 km from Simalwara and around 80 km from Dungarpur. Rathdee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Piyola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piyola is 098399. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.08 hectares and falls under the 314030 pincode. Sagwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Piyola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piyola
According to the 2011 Census, Piyola village had a total population of 1,083 people, including 543 males and 540 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.00%, with male literacy at 69.25% and female literacy at 34.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,081.
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 | 1,083 | 543 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,081 | 541 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 304 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 239 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Piyola
Piyola 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 Piyola
Piyola 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sagwara to Piyola is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dungarpur to Piyola is about 80 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 Piyola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piyola 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 Piyola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piyola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Piyola
Where is Piyola located?
Piyola village is located in Chikhali Tehsil, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Piyola?
The Gram Panchayat of Piyola is Rathdee.
What is the pincode of Piyola?
The pincode of Piyola is 314030.
What is the population of Piyola?
Piyola had a total population of 1,083, including 543 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Piyola?
Piyola had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piyola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piyola was 52.00%. Male literacy was 69.25% and female literacy was 34.63%.