Pimpalner - Bhiwandi, Thane
Pimpalner is a village situated in the Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwandi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pimpalner village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalner is 552661. The village covers a total geographical area of 326 hectares and falls under the 421311 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pimpalner 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 Pimpalner
As per Census 2011, Pimpalner village has a total population of 2,258 people, consisting of 1,240 males and 1,018 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,636 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalner are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,258 | 1,240 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 170 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 72 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 975 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 265 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalner
Pimpalner 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 Pimpalner
Pimpalner is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pimpalner 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 Pimpalner is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pimpalner is about 18 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 Pimpalner
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalner 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 Pimpalner
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalner 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 Pimpalner
Where is Pimpalner located?
Pimpalner village is located in Bhiwandi Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalner?
Pimpalner is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pimpalner?
The pincode of Pimpalner is 421311.
What is the population of Pimpalner?
Pimpalner has a total population of 2,258, including 1,240 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalner?
There are 444 households in Pimpalner.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalner?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalner is 72.45%. Male literacy is 78.63% and female literacy is 64.93%.