Karchonde
Karchonde is a village located in Murbad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Murbad (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Karchonde village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karchonde unique in its vibrant Murbad-Thane region. You’ll see Karchonde’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 Karchonde
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karchonde is 553221. The village spans a total geographical area of 284.38 hectares. Kalyan is nearest town to Karchonde village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Karchonde
Population of Karchonde
According to the 2011 Census, Karchonde has a total population of about 731, with approximately 368 males and 363 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 423. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.27%, with male literacy at about 65.22% and female literacy near 45.18%. There are around 142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karchonde's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 731 | 368 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 210 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 240 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 128 | 199 |
Connectivity of Karchonde
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karchonde. As per the 2011 stats, Karchonde 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karchonde
Knowing the nearby villages of Karchonde helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karchonde.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karchonde
- Where is Karchonde located?
- Karchonde village is situated in Murbad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karchonde?
- Karchonde serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karchonde as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karchonde is 731, with 368 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Karchonde as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karchonde village has a total of 142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karchonde as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karchonde is 55.27%. The male literacy rate is 65.22%, while the female literacy rate is 45.18%.