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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kone village had a total population of 1,564 people, including 820 males and 744 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 89.03% and female literacy at 68.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 652.
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 | 1,564 | 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 Village Panchayat of Kone?
Kone is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kone?
The pincode of Kone is 421303.
What is the population of Kone?
Kone had a total population of 1,564, including 820 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Kone?
Kone had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kone?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kone was 79.31%. Male literacy was 89.03% and female literacy was 68.54%.