Padale - Murbad, Thane
Padale is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Koloshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padale is 553242. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.53 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padale
As per Census 2011, Padale village has a total population of 644 people, consisting of 313 males and 331 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 170 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 644 | 313 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 265 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 48 | 122 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koloshi | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Thune | West | 1.76 km |
| Mandwat | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Kalambhe | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Talwali Tarf Ghorad | North | 2.44 km |
| Jaigaon | East | 2.73 km |
| Parhe | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Khedale | North | 3.22 km |
| Mahaj | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Talekhal | South-West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padale
Public transport in the Padale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalyan to Padale is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Padale is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padale?
The Gram Panchayat of Padale is Koloshi.
What is the pincode of Padale?
The pincode of Padale is 421401.
What is the population of Padale?
Padale has a total population of 644, including 313 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Padale?
There are 123 households in Padale.
What is the literacy rate in Padale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padale is 73.60%. Male literacy is 84.66% and female literacy is 63.14%.