Gadagad - Harrai, Chhindwara
Gadagad is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chhinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadagad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadagad is 494137. The village covers a total geographical area of 1046.66 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gadagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadagad
According to the 2011 Census, Gadagad village had a total population of 393 people, including 204 males and 189 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.01%, with male literacy at 74.53% and female literacy at 43.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 387.
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 | 393 | 204 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 120 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 84 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Gadagad
Gadagad 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 Gadagad
Gadagad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Gadagad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Gadagad is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadagad 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadagad
Where is Gadagad located?
Gadagad village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gadagad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadagad is Chhinda.
What is the pincode of Gadagad?
The pincode of Gadagad is 480224.
What is the population of Gadagad?
Gadagad had a total population of 393, including 204 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Gadagad?
Gadagad had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadagad was 59.01%. Male literacy was 74.53% and female literacy was 43.48%.