Pinjal
Pinjal is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gargaon is the gram panchayat of Pinjal village.
Pinjal has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pinjal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pinjal is 552113. The village spans a total geographical area of 514.1 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Pinjal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pinjal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pinjal
Population of Pinjal
Below is a concise population overview of Pinjal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 480 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 75 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 720 | 380 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 323 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 157 | 209 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pinjal village:
- The total population of Pinjal village is around 911, including approximately 480 males and 431 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Pinjal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pinjal village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 720 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pinjal village is about 59.82%, with male literacy at 67.29% and female literacy at 51.51%.
- There are around 181 households in Pinjal village.
Connectivity of Pinjal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pinjal. As per the 2011 stats, Pinjal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pinjal
Knowing the nearby villages of Pinjal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pinjal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pinjal
- Where is Pinjal located?
- Pinjal village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pinjal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pinjal is Gargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Pinjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pinjal is 911, with 480 males and 431 females.
- How many households are there in Pinjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pinjal village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pinjal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pinjal is 59.82%. The male literacy rate is 67.29%, while the female literacy rate is 51.51%.