Dadade - Vikramgad, Palghar
Dadade is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Vikramgad and around 102 km from Thane. Dadade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadade is 551772. The village covers a total geographical area of 1607.88 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dadade 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 Dadade
According to the 2011 Census, Dadade village had a total population of 5,251 people, including 2,622 males and 2,629 females, living in 851 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.69%, with male literacy at 70.54% and female literacy at 52.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,189.
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 | 5,251 | 2,622 | 2,629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 866 | 419 | 447 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,189 | 2,588 | 2,601 |
| Literate Population | 2,705 | 1,554 | 1,151 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,546 | 1,068 | 1,478 |
Nearby Villages of Dadade
Dadade 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 Dadade
Dadade 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 Dadade is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Dadade is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadade 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 Dadade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dadade
Where is Dadade located?
Dadade village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dadade?
Dadade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadade?
The pincode of Dadade is 401605.
What is the population of Dadade?
Dadade had a total population of 5,251, including 2,622 males and 2,629 females.
How many households are there in Dadade?
Dadade had 851 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadade was 61.69%. Male literacy was 70.54% and female literacy was 52.75%.