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
According to the 2011 Census, Pilanze Khurd village had a total population of 843 people, including 417 males and 426 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.29%, with male literacy at 62.00% and female literacy at 38.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 712.
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 | 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 had a total population of 843, including 417 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Pilanze Khurd?
Pilanze Khurd had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pilanze Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pilanze Khurd was 50.29%. Male literacy was 62.00% and female literacy was 38.24%.