Garad
Garad is a village located in Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sailana (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ratlam. As per 2009 stats, Garad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garad unique in its vibrant Sailana-Ratlam region. You’ll see Garad’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 Garad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garad is 470518. The village spans a total geographical area of 539.2 hectares. Sailana is nearest town to Garad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Garad
Population of Garad
According to the 2011 Census, Garad has a total population of about 1,307, with approximately 656 males and 651 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 319 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,302. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.48%, with male literacy at about 31.25% and female literacy near 19.66%. There are around 251 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 656 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,302 | 653 | 649 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 205 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 974 | 451 | 523 |
Connectivity of Garad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garad. As per the 2011 stats, Garad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garad
Knowing the nearby villages of Garad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garad
- Where is Garad located?
- Garad village is situated in Sailana Tehsil, within the Ratlam district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garad?
- Garad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Garad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garad is 1,307, with 656 males and 651 females.
- How many households are there in Garad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garad village has a total of 251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garad is 25.48%. The male literacy rate is 31.25%, while the female literacy rate is 19.66%.