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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpalghar village had a total population of 283 people, including 138 males and 145 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.40%, with male literacy at 78.33% and female literacy at 55.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 283 | 138 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Pimpalghar?
The Village Panchayat of Pimpalghar is Parhe.
What is the pincode of Pimpalghar?
The pincode of Pimpalghar is 421401.
What is the population of Pimpalghar?
Pimpalghar had a total population of 283, including 138 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalghar?
Pimpalghar had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalghar was 66.40%. Male literacy was 78.33% and female literacy was 55.12%.