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.
Here you can discover what makes Kukade unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Kukade’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kukade has a total population of about 886, with approximately 460 males and 426 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 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 515. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.85%, with male literacy at about 67.39% and female literacy near 55.87%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kukade's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.