Pingalwade - Amalner, Jalgaon
Pingalwade is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Pingalvade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pingalwade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingalwade is 527432. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.52 hectares and falls under the 425420 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pingalwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pingalwade
As per Census 2011, Pingalwade village has a total population of 1,255 people, consisting of 827 males and 428 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 517 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 887 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 584 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pingalwade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,255 | 827 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 59 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 476 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 887 | 636 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 191 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Pingalwade
Pingalwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudi.pr.amalner | South | 1.22 km |
| Nimbhore | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Hingone Bk. | South | 2.42 km |
| Mehargaon | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Karan Khede | West | 2.84 km |
| Daregaon | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Ambare | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Pragane Dangari | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Satri | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Hingone Kh.pr.jalod | North-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pingalwade
Public transport in the Pingalwade is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Pingalwade is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Pingalwade is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pingalwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingalwade 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pingalwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pingalwade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pingalwade
Where is Pingalwade located?
Pingalwade village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pingalwade?
The Gram Panchayat of Pingalwade is Pingalvade.
What is the pincode of Pingalwade?
The pincode of Pingalwade is 425420.
What is the population of Pingalwade?
Pingalwade has a total population of 1,255, including 827 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Pingalwade?
There are 213 households in Pingalwade.
What is the literacy rate in Pingalwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingalwade is 70.68%. Male literacy is 76.90% and female literacy is 58.64%.