Kone - Wada, Palghar
Kone is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Vada and around 59 km from Thane. Kone village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kone is 552163. The village covers a total geographical area of 1770 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kone village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kone
As per Census 2011, Kone village has a total population of 1,564 people, consisting of 820 males and 744 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 652 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kone are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 820 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 334 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 633 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 187 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Kone
Kone 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 Kone
Public transport in the Kone is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhiwandi to Kone is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kone is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kone
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kone village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kone
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kone village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kone
Where is Kone located?
Kone village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kone?
Kone is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kone?
The pincode of Kone is 421303.
What is the population of Kone?
Kone has a total population of 1,564, including 820 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Kone?
There are 380 households in Kone.
What is the literacy rate in Kone?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kone is 68.61%. Male literacy is 77.20% and female literacy is 59.14%.