Padale - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Padale is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Padale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padale is 564808. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.84 hectares and falls under the 415714 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Padale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padale
As per Census 2011, Padale village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 159 males and 196 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,232 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 159 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 142 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 17 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Padale
Padale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lonvadi | East | 1.74 km |
| Tadachakond | South | 2.04 km |
| Utambar | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Anjarla | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Malvi | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Ilane | East | 2.82 km |
| Ambavali Bk. | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Borthal | East | 3.20 km |
| Kelashi | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Atgaon | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padale
Padale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Padale is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Padale is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padale 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 Padale
Where is Padale located?
Padale village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padale?
Padale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padale?
The pincode of Padale is 415714.
What is the population of Padale?
Padale has a total population of 355, including 159 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Padale?
There are 108 households in Padale.
What is the literacy rate in Padale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padale is 83.10%. Male literacy is 89.31% and female literacy is 78.06%.