Pale - Mormugao, South Goa
Pale is a village situated in the Mormugao taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mormugao and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Margao. Velsao-pale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pale is 626878. The village covers a total geographical area of 241 hectares and falls under the 403712 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 Cortalim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pale
As per Census 2011, Pale village has a total population of 1,990 people, consisting of 1,010 males and 980 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,537 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,990 | 1,010 | 980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,537 | 834 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 176 | 277 |
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
Pale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Pale.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Margao to Pale is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pale
Where is Pale located?
Pale village is located in Mormugao Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pale?
The Gram Panchayat of Pale is Velsao-pale.
What is the pincode of Pale?
The pincode of Pale is 403712.
What is the population of Pale?
Pale has a total population of 1,990, including 1,010 males and 980 females.
How many households are there in Pale?
There are 473 households in Pale.
What is the literacy rate in Pale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pale is 77.24%. Male literacy is 82.57% and female literacy is 71.73%.