Raytale - Jawhar, Palghar
Raytale is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Jawhar and around 118 km from Thane. Raytale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raytale is 551920. The village covers a total geographical area of 847 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raytale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raytale
According to the 2011 Census, Raytale village had a total population of 1,458 people, including 728 males and 730 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.79%, with male literacy at 72.37% and female literacy at 55.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,389.
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 | 1,458 | 728 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 91 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,389 | 687 | 702 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 461 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 267 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Raytale
Raytale 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 Raytale
Public transport in the Raytale is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Raytale is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Raytale is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raytale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raytale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raytale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raytale 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 Raytale
Where is Raytale located?
Raytale village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Raytale?
Raytale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raytale?
The pincode of Raytale is 401602.
What is the population of Raytale?
Raytale had a total population of 1,458, including 728 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Raytale?
Raytale had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raytale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raytale was 63.79%. Male literacy was 72.37% and female literacy was 55.04%.