Pale
Pale is a village located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 187km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Pale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pale unique in its vibrant Mandangad-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Pale’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pale is 564758. The village spans a total geographical area of 489.62 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Pale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pale
Population of Pale
According to the 2011 Census, Pale has a total population of about 750, with approximately 308 males and 442 females. The sex ratio is around 1435 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.13%, with male literacy at about 73.38% and female literacy near 61.09%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 750 | 308 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 226 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 82 | 172 |
Connectivity of Pale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pale. As per the 2011 stats, Pale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pale
Knowing the nearby villages of Pale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pale
- Where is Pale located?
- Pale village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pale?
- Pale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pale is 750, with 308 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Pale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pale village has a total of 232 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pale is 66.13%. The male literacy rate is 73.38%, while the female literacy rate is 61.09%.