Kainad - Dahanu, Palghar
Kainad is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Dahanu and around 110 km from Thane. Kainad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kainad is 551593. The village covers a total geographical area of 3460.37 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kainad 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 Kainad
As per Census 2011, Kainad village has a total population of 5,706 people, consisting of 2,775 males and 2,931 females. The village has 1,174 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,000 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,973 literate and 3,733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,653 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kainad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,706 | 2,775 | 2,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,000 | 510 | 490 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,653 | 2,743 | 2,910 |
| Literate Population | 1,973 | 1,222 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,733 | 1,553 | 2,180 |
Nearby Villages of Kainad
Kainad 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 Kainad
Kainad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kainad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Kainad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kainad is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kainad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kainad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kainad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kainad 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 Kainad
Where is Kainad located?
Kainad village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kainad?
Kainad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kainad?
The pincode of Kainad is 401602.
What is the population of Kainad?
Kainad has a total population of 5,706, including 2,775 males and 2,931 females.
How many households are there in Kainad?
There are 1,174 households in Kainad.
What is the literacy rate in Kainad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kainad is 34.58%. Male literacy is 44.04% and female literacy is 25.62%.