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.
Kanchad 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchad 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchad village:
- The total population of Kanchad village is around 1,371, including approximately 696 males and 675 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchad village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 881 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanchad village is about 66.37%, with male literacy at 73.56% and female literacy at 58.96%.
- There are around 304 households in Kanchad village.
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%.