Pale - Satari, North Goa
Pale is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Dongurli-thane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pale is 626783. The village covers a total geographical area of 793.54 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Pale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Poriem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pale
According to the 2011 Census, Pale village had a total population of 1,157 people, including 572 males and 585 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.44%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 74.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 1,157 | 572 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 464 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 108 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Pale
Pale 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 Pale
Public transport in the Pale is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Pale is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pale 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 Pale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pale 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pale
Where is Pale located?
Pale village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pale?
The Gram Panchayat of Pale is Dongurli-thane.
What is the pincode of Pale?
The pincode of Pale is 403506.
What is the population of Pale?
Pale had a total population of 1,157, including 572 males and 585 females.
How many households are there in Pale?
Pale had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pale was 82.44%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 74.37%.