Kanchad
About Kanchad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanchad village is 552024. Kanchad village is located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kanchad village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 343 hectares. Kanchad has a total population of 1,371 peoples, out of which male population is 696 while female population is 675. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanchad village is 66.37% out of which 73.56% males and 58.96% females are literate. There are about 304 houses in kanchad village.
When it comes to administration, Kanchad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanchad village comes under Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Palghar is nearest town to kanchad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Kanchad
The population details of Kanchad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 696 | 675 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 881 | 444 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 512 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 184 | 277 |
Connectivity of Kanchad
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchad
Where is Kanchad located?
Kanchad village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchad?
Kanchad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kanchad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchad is 1,371, with 696 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Kanchad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanchad village has a total of 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanchad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchad is 66.37%. The male literacy rate is 73.56%, while the female literacy rate is 58.96%.