Pimpalas - Bhiwandi, Thane
Pimpalas is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pimplas serves as the Village Panchayat for Pimpalas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalas is 552660. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 421302 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pimpalas 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 Pimpalas
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpalas village had a total population of 3,935 people, including 2,008 males and 1,927 females, living in 768 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.50%, with male literacy at 87.79% and female literacy at 74.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 324.
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 | 3,935 | 2,008 | 1,927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 280 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 161 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 2,762 | 1,517 | 1,245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 491 | 682 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalas
Pimpalas 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 Pimpalas
Pimpalas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pimpalas has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Pimpalas is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pimpalas is about 14 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 Pimpalas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalas 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 Pimpalas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalas 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 Pimpalas
Where is Pimpalas located?
Pimpalas village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pimpalas?
The Village Panchayat of Pimpalas is Pimplas.
What is the pincode of Pimpalas?
The pincode of Pimpalas is 421302.
What is the population of Pimpalas?
Pimpalas had a total population of 3,935, including 2,008 males and 1,927 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalas?
Pimpalas had 768 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalas was 81.50%. Male literacy was 87.79% and female literacy was 74.95%.