Pimpalghar - Murbad, Thane
Pimpalghar is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Parhe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pimpalghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalghar is 553172. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.71 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 56 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 Murbad 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 283 people, consisting of 138 males and 145 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pimpalghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 138 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 94 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 44 | 75 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Pimpalghar is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pimpalghar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalghar
Where is Pimpalghar located?
Pimpalghar village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpalghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpalghar is Parhe.
What is the pincode of Pimpalghar?
The pincode of Pimpalghar is 421401.
What is the population of Pimpalghar?
Pimpalghar has a total population of 283, including 138 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalghar?
There are 57 households in Pimpalghar.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalghar is 57.95%. Male literacy is 68.12% and female literacy is 48.28%.