Vada, Thane

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  ?Vada
Maharashtra • India
Map indicating the location of Vada
Location of Vada
 Vada 
Coordinates: 19°39′N 73°08′E / 19.65, 73.13
Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)
Area
• Elevation
• 38 m (125 ft)
District(s) Thane
Population 14,291 (2001)

Coordinates: 19°39′N 73°08′E / 19.65, 73.13 Vada is a census town in Thane district in the Indian state of Maharashtra.

[edit] Geography

Vada is located at 19.65° N 73.13° E[1]. It has an average elevation of 38 metres (124 feet).

[edit] Demographics

As of 2001 India census[2], Vada had a population of 14,291. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Vada has an average literacy rate of 72%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 77%, and female literacy is 66%. In Vada, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Vada
  2. ^ Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns. (Provisional). Census Commission of India. Retrieved on 2007-09-03.
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Vada is having two known colleges namely P. J. College and Swami Vivekanad college. Its a place known for good politicians also.