Chale - Mulshi, Pune
Chale is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Chale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chale is 556133. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.95 hectares and falls under the 412108 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chale
As per Census 2011, Chale village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 429 males and 399 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 429 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 327 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 102 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Chale
Chale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karmoli | South | 1.28 km |
| Savargaon | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Mugavade | East | 2.02 km |
| Dakhane | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Padalgharwadi | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Hulavalewadi | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Paud | South | 2.86 km |
| Ravade | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Jawal | North | 3.00 km |
| Khubawali | West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chale
Chale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Akurdi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pune to Chale is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chale 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 Chale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chale
Where is Chale located?
Chale village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chale?
Chale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chale?
The pincode of Chale is 412108.
What is the population of Chale?
Chale has a total population of 828, including 429 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Chale?
There are 183 households in Chale.
What is the literacy rate in Chale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chale is 68.24%. Male literacy is 76.22% and female literacy is 59.65%.