Pawale - Murbad, Thane
Pawale is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pawale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pawale is 553099. The village covers a total geographical area of 1432 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pawale 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 Pawale
As per Census 2011, Pawale village has a total population of 1,191 people, consisting of 604 males and 587 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 751 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 604 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 751 | 370 | 381 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 349 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 255 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Pawale
Pawale 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 Pawale
Pawale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kalyan to Pawale is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Pawale is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pawale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pawale 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pawale
Where is Pawale located?
Pawale village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pawale?
Pawale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pawale?
The pincode of Pawale is 421401.
What is the population of Pawale?
Pawale has a total population of 1,191, including 604 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Pawale?
There are 266 households in Pawale.
What is the literacy rate in Pawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawale is 51.30%. Male literacy is 57.78% and female literacy is 44.63%.