Kankradi
Kankradi is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kankradi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kankradi unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Kankradi’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 Kankradi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kankradi is 551600. The village spans a total geographical area of 517 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Kankradi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kankradi 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 Kankradi
Population of Kankradi
According to the 2011 Census, Kankradi has a total population of about 1,769, with approximately 883 males and 886 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,145. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.38%, with male literacy at about 62.51% and female literacy near 46.28%. There are around 369 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kankradi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,769 | 883 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,145 | 561 | 584 |
| Literate Population | 962 | 552 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 331 | 476 |
Connectivity of Kankradi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kankradi. As per the 2011 stats, Kankradi 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kankradi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kankradi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kankradi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kankradi
- Where is Kankradi located?
- Kankradi village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kankradi?
- Kankradi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kankradi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kankradi is 1,769, with 883 males and 886 females.
- How many households are there in Kankradi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kankradi village has a total of 369 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kankradi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kankradi is 54.38%. The male literacy rate is 62.51%, while the female literacy rate is 46.28%.