Pimpalgaon - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Pimpalgaon is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Pimpalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon is 567785. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.71 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pimpalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpalgaon
As per Census 2011, Pimpalgaon village has a total population of 2,833 people, consisting of 1,398 males and 1,435 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,922 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,833 | 1,398 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 141 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 120 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,922 | 1,094 | 828 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 304 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belewadi Hubbalagi | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Dindewadi | West | 2.25 km |
| Bamne | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Naganwadi | North | 2.89 km |
| Zulapewadi | South | 3.11 km |
| Dhamane | East | 3.31 km |
| Helewadi | North | 3.59 km |
| Barve | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Chavhanwadi | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Pangire | North | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 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 Murgud to Pimpalgaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Pimpalgaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pimpalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalgaon 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 Pimpalgaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pimpalgaon
Where is Pimpalgaon located?
Pimpalgaon village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pimpalgaon?
The pincode of Pimpalgaon is 416209.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon has a total population of 2,833, including 1,398 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon?
There are 699 households in Pimpalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon is 67.84%. Male literacy is 78.25% and female literacy is 57.70%.