Pimpalgaon - Malegaon, Nashik
Pimpalgaon is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Pimpalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon is 550222. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009.58 hectares and falls under the 423202 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpalgaon
As per Census 2011, Pimpalgaon village has a total population of 3,975 people, consisting of 2,058 males and 1,917 females. The village has 782 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,702 literate and 1,273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 495 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,070 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,975 | 2,058 | 1,917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 284 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 495 | 250 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,070 | 539 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 2,702 | 1,505 | 1,197 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,273 | 553 | 720 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalgaon (ga.) | West | 3.00 km |
| Dabhadi | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Ajang | North | 4.12 km |
| Belgaon | West | 4.38 km |
| Kashti | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Nilgavhan | East | 5.53 km |
| Aghar Bk | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Dhavali Vihir | South-West | 6.41 km |
| Vadel | North | 7.28 km |
| Patane | South | 7.54 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 Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 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 Malegaon to Pimpalgaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Pimpalgaon is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalgaon
Where is Pimpalgaon located?
Pimpalgaon village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik 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 423202.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon has a total population of 3,975, including 2,058 males and 1,917 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon?
There are 782 households in Pimpalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon is 67.97%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 62.44%.