Kukade
Kukade is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Mahagaon is the gram panchayat of Kukade village.
Kukade has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kukade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kukade is 552237. The village spans a total geographical area of 383 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Kukade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kukade 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 Kukade
Population of Kukade
Below is a concise population overview of Kukade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 460 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 72 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 267 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 310 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 150 | 188 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kukade village:
- The total population of Kukade village is around 886, including approximately 460 males and 426 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Kukade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kukade village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 515 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kukade village is about 61.85%, with male literacy at 67.39% and female literacy at 55.87%.
- There are around 215 households in Kukade village.
Connectivity of Kukade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kukade. As per the 2011 stats, Kukade 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 Kukade
Knowing the nearby villages of Kukade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kukade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kukade
- Where is Kukade located?
- Kukade village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kukade?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kukade is Mahagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kukade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kukade is 886, with 460 males and 426 females.
- How many households are there in Kukade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kukade village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kukade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kukade is 61.85%. The male literacy rate is 67.39%, while the female literacy rate is 55.87%.