Kev
Kev is a village located in Vikramgad tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Vikramgad (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Kev village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kev unique in its vibrant Vikramgad-Thane region. You’ll see Kev’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 Kev
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kev is 551829. The village spans a total geographical area of 699 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401403. Palghar is nearest town to Kev village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kev
Population of Kev
According to the 2011 Census, Kev has a total population of about 2,116, with approximately 1,072 males and 1,044 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 314 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,385. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.59%, with male literacy at about 66.88% and female literacy near 54.12%. There are around 449 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kev's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,072 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 147 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,385 | 697 | 688 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 717 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 355 | 479 |
Connectivity of Kev
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kev. As per the 2011 stats, Kev 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 Kev
Knowing the nearby villages of Kev helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kev.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kev
- Where is Kev located?
- Kev village is situated in Vikramgad Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kev?
- Kev serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kev?
- The pincode of Kev is 401403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kev as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kev is 2,116, with 1,072 males and 1,044 females.
- How many households are there in Kev as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kev village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kev as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kev is 60.59%. The male literacy rate is 66.88%, while the female literacy rate is 54.12%.