Pale - Bhor, Pune
Pale is a village situated in the Bhor tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhor and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pale is 556862. The village covers a total geographical area of 376 hectares and falls under the 412206 pincode. Bhor is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Pale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pale
According to the 2011 Census, Pale village had a total population of 659 people, including 324 males and 335 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.62%, with male literacy at 93.36% and female literacy at 74.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 659 | 324 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 267 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 57 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Pale
Pale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palsoshi | North | 1.59 km |
| Varodi Kh. | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Varodi Daymukh | South | 2.20 km |
| Karnavad | West | 2.36 km |
| Aambade | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Balawadi | East | 2.65 km |
| Dhavadi | North | 2.85 km |
| Nere | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Yeruli | South | 3.31 km |
| Nazre | North-West | 3.45 km |
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 Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 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 Bhor to Pale is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pale is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pale
Where is Pale located?
Pale village is located in Bhor Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pale?
Pale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pale?
The pincode of Pale is 412206.
What is the population of Pale?
Pale had a total population of 659, including 324 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Pale?
Pale had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pale was 83.62%. Male literacy was 93.36% and female literacy was 74.33%.