Modale: A Model for Rural Development

Located in Maharashtra's Nashik district, Modale village has become a national model for rural development, showcasing excellence in administration, environmental conservation, cleanliness, and e-governance.

- SONIKA BHATIA

NASHIK:

The village situated in Igatpuri tehsil is considered a model not only in the state but also at the national level in terms of rural development.

Located about 30 km from Nashik city, this Gram Panchayat has made remarkable progress in various fields. With a geographical area of about 13.37 sq. km., the total population of Modale village is 1,683 as per the 2011 census.

Of these, 867 are males and 816 are females, with a sex ratio of 941, which is higher than the state average. The literacy rate of the village is 73.7 percent and the main occupation is agriculture. 653 people in the village are farmers and 129 are agricultural laborers. Modale Gram Panchayat has achieved remarkable performance through the implementation of various schemes.