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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pingalwade village had a total population of 1,255 people, including 827 males and 428 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 518 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.86%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 65.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 584.
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 | 1,255 | 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 Village Panchayat of Pingalwade?
The Village Panchayat of Pingalwade is Pingalvade.
What is the pincode of Pingalwade?
The pincode of Pingalwade is 425420.
What is the population of Pingalwade?
Pingalwade had a total population of 1,255, including 827 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Pingalwade?
Pingalwade had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingalwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingalwade was 76.86%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 65.03%.