Kainad
Kainad is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kainad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kainad unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Kainad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kainad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kainad is 551593. The village spans a total geographical area of 3460.37 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Kainad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kainad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kainad
Population of Kainad
According to the 2011 Census, Kainad has a total population of about 5,706, with approximately 2,775 males and 2,931 females. The sex ratio is around 1056 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,000 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5,653. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.58%, with male literacy at about 44.04% and female literacy near 25.62%. There are around 1,174 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kainad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,706 | 2,775 | 2,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,000 | 510 | 490 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,653 | 2,743 | 2,910 |
| Literate Population | 1,973 | 1,222 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,733 | 1,553 | 2,180 |
Connectivity of Kainad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kainad. As per the 2011 stats, Kainad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kainad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kainad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kainad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kainad
- Where is Kainad located?
- Kainad village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kainad?
- Kainad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kainad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kainad is 5,706, with 2,775 males and 2,931 females.
- How many households are there in Kainad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kainad village has a total of 1,174 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kainad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kainad is 34.58%. The male literacy rate is 44.04%, while the female literacy rate is 25.62%.