Barwadpada - Jawhar, Palghar
Barwadpada is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Jawhar and around 138 km from Thane. Barwadpada village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barwadpada is 551854. The village covers a total geographical area of 371 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barwadpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barwadpada
According to the 2011 Census, Barwadpada village had a total population of 712 people, including 326 males and 386 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,184 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.14%, with male literacy at 62.72% and female literacy at 46.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 711.
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 | 712 | 326 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 711 | 326 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 180 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 146 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Barwadpada
Barwadpada 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 Barwadpada
Public transport in the Barwadpada is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Barwadpada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Barwadpada is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barwadpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barwadpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barwadpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barwadpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barwadpada
Where is Barwadpada located?
Barwadpada village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barwadpada?
Barwadpada is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barwadpada?
The pincode of Barwadpada is 401603.
What is the population of Barwadpada?
Barwadpada had a total population of 712, including 326 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Barwadpada?
Barwadpada had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barwadpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barwadpada was 54.14%. Male literacy was 62.72% and female literacy was 46.92%.