Gale
Gale is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Sonshiv is the gram panchayat of Gale village.
Here you can discover what makes Gale unique in its vibrant Vada-Thane region. You’ll see Gale’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 Gale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gale is 552066. The village spans a total geographical area of 137 hectares. Bhiwandi Nizampur is nearest town to Gale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gale 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gale
Population of Gale
According to the 2011 Census, Gale has a total population of about 416, with approximately 202 males and 214 females. The sex ratio is around 1059 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 408. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.25%, with male literacy at about 63.86% and female literacy near 49.07%. There are around 89 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 202 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 198 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 129 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 73 | 109 |
Connectivity of Gale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gale. As per the 2011 stats, Gale 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gale
Knowing the nearby villages of Gale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gale
- Where is Gale located?
- Gale village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gale?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gale is Sonshiv (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gale is 416, with 202 males and 214 females.
- How many households are there in Gale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gale village has a total of 89 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gale is 56.25%. The male literacy rate is 63.86%, while the female literacy rate is 49.07%.