Kirat
Kirat is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kirat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kirat unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Kirat’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 Kirat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kirat is 552240. The village spans a total geographical area of 758 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Kirat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kirat 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 Boisar 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 Kirat
Population of Kirat
According to the 2011 Census, Kirat has a total population of about 1,717, with approximately 878 males and 839 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 270 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,393. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.40%, with male literacy at about 56.04% and female literacy near 40.41%. There are around 347 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kirat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,717 | 878 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 162 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,393 | 700 | 693 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 492 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 886 | 386 | 500 |
Connectivity of Kirat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kirat. As per the 2011 stats, Kirat 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 Kirat
Knowing the nearby villages of Kirat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kirat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kirat
- Where is Kirat located?
- Kirat village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kirat?
- Kirat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kirat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kirat is 1,717, with 878 males and 839 females.
- How many households are there in Kirat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kirat village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kirat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kirat is 48.40%. The male literacy rate is 56.04%, while the female literacy rate is 40.41%.