Mouje Pale - Pen, Raigad
Mouje Pale is a village situated in the Pen tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Pen and around 21 km from Alibag. Kharpale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mouje Pale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mouje Pale is 553954. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.72 hectares and falls under the 402107 pincode. Pen is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mouje Pale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mouje Pale
According to the 2011 Census, Mouje Pale village had a total population of 572 people, including 290 males and 282 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.63%, with male literacy at 87.45% and female literacy at 67.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 147.
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 | 572 | 290 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 230 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 60 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Mouje Pale
Mouje Pale 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 Mouje Pale
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mouje Pale. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mouje Pale.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pen to Mouje Pale is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Mouje Pale is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mouje Pale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mouje Pale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mouje 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 Mouje Pale 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mouje Pale
Where is Mouje Pale located?
Mouje Pale village is located in Pen Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mouje Pale?
The Gram Panchayat of Mouje Pale is Kharpale.
What is the pincode of Mouje Pale?
The pincode of Mouje Pale is 402107.
What is the population of Mouje Pale?
Mouje Pale had a total population of 572, including 290 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Mouje Pale?
Mouje Pale had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mouje Pale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mouje Pale was 77.63%. Male literacy was 87.45% and female literacy was 67.69%.