Gadad
Gadad is a village located in Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nawapur (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Gadad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gadad unique in its vibrant Nawapur-Nandurbar region. You’ll see Gadad’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 Gadad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadad is 525797. The village spans a total geographical area of 767.74 hectares. Nawapur is nearest town to Gadad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gadad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gadad
Population of Gadad
According to the 2011 Census, Gadad has a total population of about 2,671, with approximately 1,371 males and 1,300 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 274 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.56%, with male literacy at about 54.05% and female literacy near 42.77%. There are around 597 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,671 | 1,371 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 143 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,368 | 1,219 | 1,149 |
| Literate Population | 1,297 | 741 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 630 | 744 |
Connectivity of Gadad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadad. As per the 2011 stats, Gadad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gadad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadad
- Where is Gadad located?
- Gadad village is situated in Nawapur Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadad?
- Gadad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gadad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadad is 2,671, with 1,371 males and 1,300 females.
- How many households are there in Gadad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadad village has a total of 597 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadad is 48.56%. The male literacy rate is 54.05%, while the female literacy rate is 42.77%.