Kayari - Jawhar, Palghar
Kayari is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Jawhar and around 138 km from Thane. Kayari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kayari is 551851. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kayari 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 Kayari
As per Census 2011, Kayari village has a total population of 1,283 people, consisting of 637 males and 646 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 837 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,277 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kayari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,283 | 637 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 132 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,277 | 633 | 644 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 276 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 837 | 361 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Kayari
Kayari 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 Kayari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kayari. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kayari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jawhar to Kayari is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kayari is about 138 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 Kayari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kayari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kayari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kayari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kayari
Where is Kayari located?
Kayari village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kayari?
Kayari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kayari?
The pincode of Kayari is 401603.
What is the population of Kayari?
Kayari has a total population of 1,283, including 637 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Kayari?
There are 267 households in Kayari.
What is the literacy rate in Kayari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kayari is 34.76%. Male literacy is 43.33% and female literacy is 26.32%.