Pimpalgaon Bk. - Kagal, Kolhapur
Pimpalgaon Bk. is a village situated in the Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kagal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Pimpalgaon Budruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pimpalgaon Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon Bk. is 567692. The village covers a total geographical area of 464 hectares and falls under the 416235 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pimpalgaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pimpalgaon Bk.
As per Census 2011, Pimpalgaon Bk. village has a total population of 2,304 people, consisting of 1,190 males and 1,114 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,645 literate and 659 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalgaon Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,304 | 1,190 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 138 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,645 | 933 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 257 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalgaon Bk.
Pimpalgaon Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banage | East | 2.23 km |
| Malage Kh. | South | 2.41 km |
| Savarde Bk. | West | 2.73 km |
| Savarde Kh. | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Chaundal | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Kenavade | North | 3.03 km |
| Pirachiwadi | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Malage Bk. | South | 3.58 km |
| Gorambe | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Anur | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpalgaon Bk.
Pimpalgaon Bk. 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 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bk. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Pimpalgaon Bk. is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pimpalgaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalgaon Bk. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pimpalgaon Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pimpalgaon Bk.
Where is Pimpalgaon Bk. located?
Pimpalgaon Bk. village is located in Kagal Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalgaon Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpalgaon Bk. is Pimpalgaon Budruk.
What is the pincode of Pimpalgaon Bk.?
The pincode of Pimpalgaon Bk. is 416235.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon Bk.?
Pimpalgaon Bk. has a total population of 2,304, including 1,190 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon Bk.?
There are 495 households in Pimpalgaon Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon Bk. is 71.40%. Male literacy is 78.40% and female literacy is 63.91%.