Gale - Wada, Palghar
Gale is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Vada and around 60 km from Thane. Sonshiv serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gale is 552066. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gale
As per Census 2011, Gale village has a total population of 416 people, consisting of 202 males and 214 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 408 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 202 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 198 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 129 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 73 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Gale
Gale 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 Gale
Gale 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 | 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 Bhiwandi Nizampur to Gale is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gale is about 60 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 Gale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gale 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gale 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gale
Where is Gale located?
Gale village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gale?
The Gram Panchayat of Gale is Sonshiv.
What is the pincode of Gale?
The pincode of Gale is 421303.
What is the population of Gale?
Gale has a total population of 416, including 202 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Gale?
There are 89 households in Gale.
What is the literacy rate in Gale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gale is 56.25%. Male literacy is 63.86% and female literacy is 49.07%.