Kortad - Jawhar, Palghar
Kortad is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Jawhar and around 23 km from Thane. Kortad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kortad is 551868. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kortad 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 Kortad
According to the 2011 Census, Kortad village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 592 males and 549 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.00%, with male literacy at 90.56% and female literacy at 81.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,078.
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 | 1,141 | 592 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,078 | 557 | 521 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 470 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 122 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Kortad
Kortad 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 Kortad
Kortad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Kortad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kortad is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kortad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kortad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kortad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kortad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kortad
Where is Kortad located?
Kortad village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kortad?
Kortad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kortad?
The pincode of Kortad is 401603.
What is the population of Kortad?
Kortad had a total population of 1,141, including 592 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Kortad?
Kortad had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kortad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kortad was 86.00%. Male literacy was 90.56% and female literacy was 81.08%.