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
According to the 2011 Census, Baradia village had a total population of 2,087 people, including 1,059 males and 1,028 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.96%, with male literacy at 68.72% and female literacy at 46.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,087, including 1,059 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Baradia?
Baradia had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baradia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baradia was 57.96%. Male literacy was 68.72% and female literacy was 46.30%.