Amale - Mokhada, Palghar
Amale is a village situated in the Mokhada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from Mokhada and around 110 km from Thane. Suryamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amale is 552004. The village covers a total geographical area of 612.84 hectares and falls under the 401604 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Amale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amale
As per Census 2011, Amale village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 125 males and 138 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 125 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 125 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 85 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 40 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Amale
Amale 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 Amale
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Amale.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Amale is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Amale is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amale
Where is Amale located?
Amale village is located in Mokhada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amale?
The Gram Panchayat of Amale is Suryamal.
What is the pincode of Amale?
The pincode of Amale is 401604.
What is the population of Amale?
Amale has a total population of 263, including 125 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Amale?
There are 60 households in Amale.
What is the literacy rate in Amale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amale is 56.65%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 46.38%.