Pimparkhed - Shirur, Pune
Pimparkhed is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pimparkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimparkhed is 555559. The village covers a total geographical area of 2007.42 hectares and falls under the 410504 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pimparkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimparkhed
As per Census 2011, Pimparkhed village has a total population of 4,318 people, consisting of 2,195 males and 2,123 females. The village has 877 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,089 literate and 1,229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimparkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,318 | 2,195 | 2,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 292 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 117 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 3,089 | 1,716 | 1,373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 479 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Pimparkhed
Pimparkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devgaon | South | 2.76 km |
| Kathapur Kh. | West | 2.80 km |
| Pimpri Kawal | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Jambut | East | 4.21 km |
| Bhagadi | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Chandoh | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Shingave | West | 5.18 km |
| Renwadi | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Lakhangaon | South | 5.76 km |
| Kathapur Bk. | South-West | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimparkhed
Pimparkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranjangaon Rd, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 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 Shirur to Pimparkhed is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pimparkhed is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pimparkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimparkhed 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 Pimparkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimparkhed 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pimparkhed
Where is Pimparkhed located?
Pimparkhed village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimparkhed?
Pimparkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pimparkhed?
The pincode of Pimparkhed is 410504.
What is the population of Pimparkhed?
Pimparkhed has a total population of 4,318, including 2,195 males and 2,123 females.
How many households are there in Pimparkhed?
There are 877 households in Pimparkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Pimparkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimparkhed is 71.54%. Male literacy is 78.18% and female literacy is 64.67%.