Pimpalghar - Bhiwandi, Thane
Pimpalghar 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 Pimpalghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalghar is 552658. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 421311 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pimpalghar 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 Pimpalghar
As per Census 2011, Pimpalghar village has a total population of 1,736 people, consisting of 1,076 males and 660 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 613 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,377 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,736 | 1,076 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 138 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,377 | 901 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 175 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalghar
Pimpalghar 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 Pimpalghar
Pimpalghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pimpalghar 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 Pimpalghar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pimpalghar 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 Pimpalghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalghar 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 Pimpalghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalghar 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 Pimpalghar
Where is Pimpalghar located?
Pimpalghar village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpalghar is Pimpalghar-ranjanoli.
What is the pincode of Pimpalghar?
The pincode of Pimpalghar is 421311.
What is the population of Pimpalghar?
Pimpalghar has a total population of 1,736, including 1,076 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalghar?
There are 446 households in Pimpalghar.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalghar is 79.32%. Male literacy is 83.74% and female literacy is 72.12%.