Ghimaniya - Talasari, Palghar
Ghimaniya is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Talasari and around 125 km from Thane. Ghimania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghimaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghimaniya is 551542. The village covers a total geographical area of 472 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghimaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghimaniya
As per Census 2011, Ghimaniya village has a total population of 3,722 people, consisting of 1,849 males and 1,873 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 622 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,670 literate and 2,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,554 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghimaniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,722 | 1,849 | 1,873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 622 | 298 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,554 | 1,738 | 1,816 |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 1,000 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,052 | 849 | 1,203 |
Nearby Villages of Ghimaniya
Ghimaniya 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 Ghimaniya
Ghimaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ghimaniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Ghimaniya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Ghimaniya is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghimaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghimaniya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghimaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghimaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghimaniya
Where is Ghimaniya located?
Ghimaniya village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghimaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghimaniya is Ghimania.
What is the pincode of Ghimaniya?
The pincode of Ghimaniya is 401606.
What is the population of Ghimaniya?
Ghimaniya has a total population of 3,722, including 1,849 males and 1,873 females.
How many households are there in Ghimaniya?
There are 698 households in Ghimaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Ghimaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghimaniya is 44.87%. Male literacy is 54.08% and female literacy is 35.77%.