Nale - Malegaon, Nashik
Nale is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Nale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nale is 550212. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.29 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nale
As per Census 2011, Nale village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 307 males and 268 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 416 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 307 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 248 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 59 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Nale
Nale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shendurni | South | 2.18 km |
| Chikhalohal | West | 2.44 km |
| Devarpada | North | 3.03 km |
| Sajvahal | East | 3.16 km |
| Roze | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Gigaon | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Manke | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Bodhe | South | 5.05 km |
| Sayane Kh | West | 5.11 km |
| Bhilkot | North-East | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nale
Nale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shirud, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malegaon to Nale is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Nale is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nale 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 Nale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nale 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nale
Where is Nale located?
Nale village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nale?
Nale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nale?
The pincode of Nale is 423205.
What is the population of Nale?
Nale has a total population of 575, including 307 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Nale?
There are 124 households in Nale.
What is the literacy rate in Nale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nale is 72.35%. Male literacy is 80.78% and female literacy is 62.69%.