Pimpalgaon Hande - Barshitakli, Akola
Pimpalgaon Hande is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Pimpalgaon Hande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon Hande is 530586. The village covers a total geographical area of 521.27 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pimpalgaon Hande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpalgaon Hande
As per Census 2011, Pimpalgaon Hande village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 478 males and 408 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 626 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 311 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalgaon Hande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 478 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 134 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 164 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 375 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 103 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalgaon Hande
Pimpalgaon Hande is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamkeshwar | North | 2.00 km |
| Pangri | South | 2.66 km |
| Sawarkhed | West | 3.00 km |
| Dhakali | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Nihida | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Pedgaon | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Kinkhed | East | 4.38 km |
| Mandwa | East | 4.44 km |
| Nandkheda | South-West | 4.49 km |
| Pimpalgaon Chambhare | North | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpalgaon Hande
Pimpalgaon Hande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| 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 Karanja to Pimpalgaon Hande is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Pimpalgaon Hande is about 59 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 Pimpalgaon Hande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalgaon Hande 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pimpalgaon Hande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalgaon Hande 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalgaon Hande
Where is Pimpalgaon Hande located?
Pimpalgaon Hande village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalgaon Hande?
Pimpalgaon Hande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pimpalgaon Hande?
The pincode of Pimpalgaon Hande is 444405.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon Hande?
Pimpalgaon Hande has a total population of 886, including 478 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon Hande?
There are 207 households in Pimpalgaon Hande.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon Hande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon Hande is 70.65%. Male literacy is 78.45% and female literacy is 61.52%.