Gadchinchale - Dahanu, Palghar
Gadchinchale is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from Dahanu and around 135 km from Thane. Divshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadchinchale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadchinchale is 551629. The village covers a total geographical area of 852.18 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gadchinchale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadchinchale
As per Census 2011, Gadchinchale village has a total population of 1,208 people, consisting of 572 males and 636 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadchinchale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,208 | 572 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 119 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,198 | 567 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 171 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 401 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Gadchinchale
Gadchinchale 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 Gadchinchale
Public transport in the Gadchinchale is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dahanu to Gadchinchale is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gadchinchale is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadchinchale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadchinchale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadchinchale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadchinchale 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gadchinchale
Where is Gadchinchale located?
Gadchinchale village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadchinchale?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadchinchale is Divshi.
What is the pincode of Gadchinchale?
The pincode of Gadchinchale is 401606.
What is the population of Gadchinchale?
Gadchinchale has a total population of 1,208, including 572 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Gadchinchale?
There are 248 households in Gadchinchale.
What is the literacy rate in Gadchinchale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadchinchale is 24.17%. Male literacy is 29.90% and female literacy is 19.03%.