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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Pimpalas village has a total population of 3,935 people, consisting of 2,008 males and 1,927 females. The village has 768 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,762 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalas are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Pimpalas?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpalas is Pimplas.
What is the pincode of Pimpalas?
The pincode of Pimpalas is 421302.
What is the population of Pimpalas?
Pimpalas has a total population of 3,935, including 2,008 males and 1,927 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalas?
There are 768 households in Pimpalas.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalas is 70.19%. Male literacy is 75.55% and female literacy is 64.61%.