Pimpalgaon - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Pimpalgaon is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Gangapur serves as the Village Panchayat for Pimpalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon is 525159. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.47 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 33 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 Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpalgaon village had a total population of 172 people, including 88 males and 84 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.86%, with male literacy at 52.17% and female literacy at 33.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 36 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 52 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Talode to Pimpalgaon is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Pimpalgaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalgaon
Where is Pimpalgaon located?
Pimpalgaon village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pimpalgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Pimpalgaon is Gangapur.
What is the pincode of Pimpalgaon?
The pincode of Pimpalgaon is 425413.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon had a total population of 172, including 88 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon was 42.86%. Male literacy was 52.17% and female literacy was 33.80%.