Kadachimet - Jawhar, Palghar
Kadachimet is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Jawhar and around 112 km from Thane. Dhanoshi serves as the Village Panchayat for Kadachimet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadachimet is 551936. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.75 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kadachimet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadachimet
According to the 2011 Census, Kadachimet village had a total population of 893 people, including 439 males and 454 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.54%, with male literacy at 64.43% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 890.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 439 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 890 | 437 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 230 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 209 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Kadachimet
Kadachimet 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 Kadachimet
Kadachimet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jawhar to Kadachimet is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kadachimet is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadachimet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadachimet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kadachimet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadachimet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kadachimet
Where is Kadachimet located?
Kadachimet village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kadachimet?
The Village Panchayat of Kadachimet is Dhanoshi.
What is the pincode of Kadachimet?
The pincode of Kadachimet is 401603.
What is the population of Kadachimet?
Kadachimet had a total population of 893, including 439 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Kadachimet?
Kadachimet had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadachimet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadachimet was 55.54%. Male literacy was 64.43% and female literacy was 47.06%.