Garadwadi - Jawhar, Palghar
Garadwadi is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from Jawhar and around 106 km from Thane. Kasatwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Garadwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadwadi is 551916. The village covers a total geographical area of 799 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Garadwadi 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 Garadwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Garadwadi village had a total population of 915 people, including 443 males and 472 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.53%, with male literacy at 71.73% and female literacy at 54.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 907.
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 | 915 | 443 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 907 | 438 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 269 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 174 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Garadwadi
Garadwadi 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 Garadwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garadwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Garadwadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Garadwadi is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadwadi 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 Garadwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadwadi 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 Garadwadi
Where is Garadwadi located?
Garadwadi village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Garadwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Garadwadi is Kasatwadi.
What is the pincode of Garadwadi?
The pincode of Garadwadi is 401603.
What is the population of Garadwadi?
Garadwadi had a total population of 915, including 443 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Garadwadi?
Garadwadi had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadwadi was 62.53%. Male literacy was 71.73% and female literacy was 54.05%.