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.
Gadad has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gadad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gadad village:
- The total population of Gadad village is around 2,671, including approximately 1,371 males and 1,300 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 274 children aged 0–6 years in Gadad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gadad village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,368 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gadad village is about 48.56%, with male literacy at 54.05% and female literacy at 42.77%.
- There are around 597 households in Gadad village.
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%.