Nimgaon - Malshiras, Solapur
Nimgaon is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Nimgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimgaon is 562491. The village covers a total geographical area of 4187 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Nimgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nimgaon
As per Census 2011, Nimgaon village has a total population of 8,076 people, consisting of 4,202 males and 3,874 females. The village has 1,631 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,124 literate and 2,952 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,076 | 4,202 | 3,874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,183 | 632 | 551 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,562 | 813 | 749 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 5,124 | 2,963 | 2,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,952 | 1,239 | 1,713 |
Nearby Villages of Nimgaon
Nimgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandapuri | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Pisewadi | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Khudus | North | 5.60 km |
| Zanjewadi | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Tarangfal | West | 6.00 km |
| Maloli | South-East | 6.56 km |
| Dombalwadi | North-West | 6.92 km |
| Kusmod | South | 7.05 km |
| Pathanwasti | South-West | 7.08 km |
| Vizori | North | 7.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimgaon
Public transport in the Nimgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 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 Pandharpur to Nimgaon is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Nimgaon is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nimgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nimgaon
Where is Nimgaon located?
Nimgaon village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimgaon?
Nimgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nimgaon?
The pincode of Nimgaon is 413113.
What is the population of Nimgaon?
Nimgaon has a total population of 8,076, including 4,202 males and 3,874 females.
How many households are there in Nimgaon?
There are 1,631 households in Nimgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nimgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimgaon is 63.45%. Male literacy is 70.51% and female literacy is 55.78%.