Gadade - Vikramgad, Palghar
Gadade is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Vikramgad and around 95 km from Thane. Dolhari Kh. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadade is 551789. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.39 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Gadade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadade
As per Census 2011, Gadade village has a total population of 839 people, consisting of 424 males and 415 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 427 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 836 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 839 | 424 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 836 | 423 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 250 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 174 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Gadade
Gadade is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadade
Gadade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Gadade is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gadade is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadade
Where is Gadade located?
Gadade village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadade?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadade is Dolhari Kh..
What is the pincode of Gadade?
The pincode of Gadade is 401605.
What is the population of Gadade?
Gadade has a total population of 839, including 424 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Gadade?
There are 172 households in Gadade.
What is the literacy rate in Gadade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadade is 50.89%. Male literacy is 58.96% and female literacy is 42.65%.