Pimpal Shenda - Malegaon, Washim
Pimpal Shenda is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Wadiramrao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pimpal Shenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpal Shenda is 530612. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.22 hectares and falls under the 444503 pincode. Washim is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pimpal Shenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Risod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpal Shenda
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpal Shenda village had a total population of 662 people, including 347 males and 315 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.35%, with male literacy at 87.58% and female literacy at 60.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 662 | 347 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 231 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 261 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 86 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpal Shenda
Pimpal Shenda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadi Ramrao | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Rui | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Dharamwadi | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Dhanore | North | 3.21 km |
| Januna Kh. | East | 3.37 km |
| Kawardari | South | 4.18 km |
| Kinkhed | North | 4.57 km |
| Kinhiraja | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Kuttardoh | West | 5.24 km |
| Dhotarkhed | North-East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pimpal Shenda
Pimpal Shenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aman Vadi, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Washim to Pimpal Shenda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pimpal Shenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpal Shenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pimpal Shenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpal Shenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pimpal Shenda
Where is Pimpal Shenda located?
Pimpal Shenda village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pimpal Shenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pimpal Shenda is Wadiramrao.
What is the pincode of Pimpal Shenda?
The pincode of Pimpal Shenda is 444503.
What is the population of Pimpal Shenda?
Pimpal Shenda had a total population of 662, including 347 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Pimpal Shenda?
Pimpal Shenda had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpal Shenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpal Shenda was 74.35%. Male literacy was 87.58% and female literacy was 60.22%.