Pilanze Khurd - Bhiwandi, Thane
Pilanze Khurd is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pilanze serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pilanze Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pilanze Khurd is 552520. The village covers a total geographical area of 366 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Pilanze Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pilanze Khurd
As per Census 2011, Pilanze Khurd village has a total population of 843 people, consisting of 417 males and 426 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 347 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 712 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pilanze Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | 417 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 67 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 712 | 346 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 217 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 200 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Pilanze Khurd
Pilanze Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pilanze Khurd
Public transport in the Pilanze Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhiwandi to Pilanze Khurd is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pilanze Khurd is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pilanze Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pilanze Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pilanze Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pilanze Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pilanze Khurd
Where is Pilanze Khurd located?
Pilanze Khurd village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pilanze Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Pilanze Khurd is Pilanze.
What is the pincode of Pilanze Khurd?
The pincode of Pilanze Khurd is 421302.
What is the population of Pilanze Khurd?
Pilanze Khurd has a total population of 843, including 417 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Pilanze Khurd?
There are 200 households in Pilanze Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Pilanze Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pilanze Khurd is 41.16%. Male literacy is 52.04% and female literacy is 30.52%.