Pimpalgaon - Darwha, Yavatmal
Pimpalgaon is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Ramgaon (rame) serves as the Village Panchayat for Pimpalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pimpalgaon is 542518. The village covers a total geographical area of 522 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pimpalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pimpalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pimpalgaon village had a total population of 718 people, including 369 males and 349 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.96%, with male literacy at 93.46% and female literacy at 82.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
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 | 718 | 369 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 86 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 300 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 69 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon 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 Pimpalgaon
Pimpalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Darwha to Pimpalgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Pimpalgaon is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pimpalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pimpalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pimpalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pimpalgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pimpalgaon
Where is Pimpalgaon located?
Pimpalgaon village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pimpalgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Pimpalgaon is Ramgaon (rame).
What is the pincode of Pimpalgaon?
The pincode of Pimpalgaon is 445202.
What is the population of Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon had a total population of 718, including 369 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Pimpalgaon?
Pimpalgaon had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pimpalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pimpalgaon was 87.96%. Male literacy was 93.46% and female literacy was 82.26%.