Pimpalgaon - Mokhada, Palghar
Pimpalgaon is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Mokhada and around 140 km from Thane. Washala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pimpalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon is 551983. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.89 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpalgaon
As per Census 2011, Pimpalgaon village has a total population of 917 people, consisting of 455 males and 462 females. The village has 225 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 915 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 917 | 455 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 915 | 455 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 300 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 155 | 235 |
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 bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Pimpalgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pimpalgaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalgaon
Where is Pimpalgaon located?
Pimpalgaon village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpalgaon is Washala.
What is the pincode of Pimpalgaon?
The pincode of Pimpalgaon is 401604.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon has a total population of 917, including 455 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon?
There are 225 households in Pimpalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon is 57.47%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 49.13%.