Pimpale - Purandhar, Pune
Pimpale is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pimpale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpale is 556499. The village covers a total geographical area of 857.06 hectares and falls under the 412301 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pimpale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpale
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpale village had a total population of 1,635 people, including 821 males and 814 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.68%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 75.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,635 | 821 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,217 | 656 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 165 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpale
Pimpale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Supe Kh. | West | 2.93 km |
| Shivari | East | 3.94 km |
| Panvadi | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Pangare | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Bhivadi | West | 5.36 km |
| Ambodi | North | 5.67 km |
| Kumbharvalan | North-East | 6.07 km |
| Walunj | East | 6.43 km |
| Munjvadi | North-East | 6.78 km |
| Pur | West | 6.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpale
Pimpale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jejuri, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 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 Sasvad to Pimpale is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pimpale is about 35 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 Pimpale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpale 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pimpale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpale 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 Pimpale
Where is Pimpale located?
Pimpale village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpale?
Pimpale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pimpale?
The pincode of Pimpale is 412301.
What is the population of Pimpale?
Pimpale had a total population of 1,635, including 821 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Pimpale?
Pimpale had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpale was 82.68%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 75.71%.