Pimpalgaon - Bhiwandi, Thane
Pimpalgaon is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pimpalghar-ranjanoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pimpalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon is 552656. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.42 hectares and falls under the 421311 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pimpalgaon 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 Pimpalgaon
As per Census 2011, Pimpalgaon village has a total population of 2,898 people, consisting of 1,778 males and 1,120 females. The village has 726 households and a sex ratio of 629 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,179 literate and 719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,898 | 1,778 | 1,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 186 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 135 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,179 | 1,466 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 312 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon 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 Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pimpalgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Pimpalgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pimpalgaon is about 13 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 Pimpalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalgaon 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 Pimpalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalgaon 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 Pimpalgaon
Where is Pimpalgaon located?
Pimpalgaon village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpalgaon is Pimpalghar-ranjanoli.
What is the pincode of Pimpalgaon?
The pincode of Pimpalgaon is 421311.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon has a total population of 2,898, including 1,778 males and 1,120 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon?
There are 726 households in Pimpalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon is 75.19%. Male literacy is 82.45% and female literacy is 63.66%.