Pimpalwandi - Junnar, Pune
Pimpalwandi is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pimpalwandi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalwandi is 555276. The village covers a total geographical area of 1148.22 hectares and falls under the 412412 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Pimpalwandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pimpalwandi
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpalwandi village had a total population of 4,670 people, including 2,427 males and 2,243 females, living in 1,007 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.05%, with male literacy at 92.33% and female literacy at 79.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 445.
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 | 4,670 | 2,427 | 2,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 289 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 146 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 220 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 3,610 | 1,974 | 1,636 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 453 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalwandi
Pimpalwandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vaishakh Khede | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Kandali | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Nagadwadi | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Pimpri Pendhar | North | 4.47 km |
| Wadgaon Anand | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Vadgaon Kandali | South | 5.35 km |
| Ale | East | 5.56 km |
| Umbraj | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Bori Bk. | South-East | 6.11 km |
| Yedgaon | West | 6.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpalwandi
Pimpalwandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 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 Junnar to Pimpalwandi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pimpalwandi is about 75 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 Pimpalwandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalwandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pimpalwandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalwandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalwandi
Where is Pimpalwandi located?
Pimpalwandi village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pimpalwandi?
Pimpalwandi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pimpalwandi?
The pincode of Pimpalwandi is 412412.
What is the population of Pimpalwandi?
Pimpalwandi had a total population of 4,670, including 2,427 males and 2,243 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalwandi?
Pimpalwandi had 1,007 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalwandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalwandi was 86.05%. Male literacy was 92.33% and female literacy was 79.53%.