Pimpalkhunte - Madha, Solapur
Pimpalkhunte is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pimpal Khunte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pimpalkhunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalkhunte is 561922. The village covers a total geographical area of 1529.42 hectares and falls under the 413208 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pimpalkhunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Pimpalkhunte
As per Census 2011, Pimpalkhunte village has a total population of 2,579 people, consisting of 1,336 males and 1,243 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,629 literate and 950 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalkhunte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,579 | 1,336 | 1,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 185 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 166 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,629 | 941 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 395 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalkhunte
Pimpalkhunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambad | South | 3.14 km |
| Shedshinge | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Dhavalas | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Chobhepimpari | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Badalewadi | West | 5.21 km |
| Kurdu | East | 5.38 km |
| Shiral Madha | South | 5.43 km |
| Gavalewadi | North-East | 6.89 km |
| Upalawate | West | 7.30 km |
| Pimpalner | South-West | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpalkhunte
Pimpalkhunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhavalas, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Pimpalkhunte is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pimpalkhunte is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pimpalkhunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalkhunte 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pimpalkhunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalkhunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalkhunte
Where is Pimpalkhunte located?
Pimpalkhunte village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalkhunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpalkhunte is Pimpal Khunte.
What is the pincode of Pimpalkhunte?
The pincode of Pimpalkhunte is 413208.
What is the population of Pimpalkhunte?
Pimpalkhunte has a total population of 2,579, including 1,336 males and 1,243 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalkhunte?
There are 529 households in Pimpalkhunte.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalkhunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalkhunte is 63.16%. Male literacy is 70.43% and female literacy is 55.35%.