Garada - Goregaon, Gondia
Garada is a village situated in the Goregaon tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Goregaon and around 20 km from Gondiya. Murdoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garada is 537708. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.5 hectares and falls under the 441614 pincode. Gondiya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garada
According to the 2011 Census, Garada village had a total population of 224 people, including 117 males and 107 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 87.62% and female literacy at 68.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 224 | 117 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 92 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 25 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Garada
Garada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambhulpani | West | 2.07 km |
| Mundipar | East | 2.30 km |
| Pindakepar | North | 3.07 km |
| Palewada | East | 3.56 km |
| Malpuri | West | 3.71 km |
| Pandhari | South | 5.32 km |
| Ramatola | West | 5.34 km |
| Murdoli | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Kalpathari | East | 5.53 km |
| Bhadanga | North-East | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garada
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garada. The nearest railway station is Pindkepar Halt, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondiya to Garada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garada 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garada
Where is Garada located?
Garada village is located in Goregaon Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garada?
The Gram Panchayat of Garada is Murdoli.
What is the pincode of Garada?
The pincode of Garada is 441614.
What is the population of Garada?
Garada had a total population of 224, including 117 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Garada?
Garada had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garada was 78.22%. Male literacy was 87.62% and female literacy was 68.04%.