Kale - Mawal, Pune
Kale is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kale Colony serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kale is 555987. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.79 hectares and falls under the 410506 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kale
As per Census 2011, Kale village has a total population of 2,653 people, consisting of 1,339 males and 1,314 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,864 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,653 | 1,339 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 174 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 167 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,864 | 1,039 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 300 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Kale
Kale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shevati | South-West | 0.60 km |
| Brahmanoli | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Mahagaon | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Prabhachiwadi | East | 2.34 km |
| Shindgaon | West | 2.38 km |
| Yelase | East | 2.66 km |
| Pansoli | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Malewadi | North | 3.03 km |
| Majgaon | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Sawantwadi | North-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kale
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kale. The nearest railway station is Malavli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 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 Lonavala to Kale is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kale is about 59 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 Kale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kale
Where is Kale located?
Kale village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kale?
The Gram Panchayat of Kale is Kale Colony.
What is the pincode of Kale?
The pincode of Kale is 410506.
What is the population of Kale?
Kale has a total population of 2,653, including 1,339 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Kale?
There are 514 households in Kale.
What is the literacy rate in Kale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kale is 70.26%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 62.79%.