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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpalghar village had a total population of 1,736 people, including 1,076 males and 660 females, living in 446 households. The sex ratio was 613 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.01%, with male literacy at 96.06% and female literacy at 82.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Pimpalghar?
The Village 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 had a total population of 1,736, including 1,076 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalghar?
Pimpalghar had 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalghar was 91.01%. Male literacy was 96.06% and female literacy was 82.78%.