Kanchad
Kanchad is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchad unique in its vibrant Vada-Thane region. You’ll see Kanchad’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 Kanchad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchad is 552024. The village spans a total geographical area of 343 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Kanchad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanchad 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 Vikramgad 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 Kanchad
Population of Kanchad
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchad has a total population of about 1,371, with approximately 696 males and 675 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 881. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.37%, with male literacy at about 73.56% and female literacy near 58.96%. There are around 304 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 696 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 881 | 444 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 512 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 184 | 277 |
Connectivity of Kanchad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchad. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchad 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 Kanchad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchad.
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%.