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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Dadade village has a total population of 5,251 people, consisting of 2,622 males and 2,629 females. The village has 851 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 866 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,705 literate and 2,546 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadade are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Dadade?
Dadade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadade?
The pincode of Dadade is 401605.
What is the population of Dadade?
Dadade has a total population of 5,251, including 2,622 males and 2,629 females.
How many households are there in Dadade?
There are 851 households in Dadade.
What is the literacy rate in Dadade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadade is 51.51%. Male literacy is 59.27% and female literacy is 43.78%.