Baradia - Okhamandal, Devbhumi Dwarka
Baradia is a village situated in the Okhamandal taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Dwarka and around 130 km from Jamnagar. Baradia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baradia is 513477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1740.81 hectares and falls under the 361335 pincode. Dwarka is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Baradia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baradia
As per Census 2011, Baradia village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,059 males and 1,028 females. The village has 365 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 1,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baradia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,059 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 151 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 192 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 624 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 435 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Baradia
Baradia 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 Baradia
Baradia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Baradia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarka to Baradia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Baradia is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baradia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baradia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baradia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baradia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Baradia
Where is Baradia located?
Baradia village is located in Okhamandal Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baradia?
Baradia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baradia?
The pincode of Baradia is 361335.
What is the population of Baradia?
Baradia has a total population of 2,087, including 1,059 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Baradia?
There are 365 households in Baradia.
What is the literacy rate in Baradia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baradia is 48.49%. Male literacy is 58.92% and female literacy is 37.74%.