Medad - Baramati, Pune
Medad is a village situated in the Baramati tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baramati and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Medad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medad is 556904. The village covers a total geographical area of 1791 hectares and falls under the 413102 pincode. Baramati is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Medad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medad
According to the 2011 Census, Medad village had a total population of 3,773 people, including 1,975 males and 1,798 females, living in 767 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.74%, with male literacy at 82.75% and female literacy at 66.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 734, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 3,773 | 1,975 | 1,798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 247 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 734 | 380 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,489 | 1,430 | 1,059 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,284 | 545 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Medad
Medad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nepat Valan | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Malegaon Kh. | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Barhanpur | North | 4.03 km |
| Karhavagaj | West | 5.13 km |
| Malegaon Bk | South | 5.41 km |
| Tandulwadi | East | 5.65 km |
| Anjangaon | North-West | 6.09 km |
| Sawantwadi | North-East | 6.29 km |
| Sonkaswadi | West | 6.87 km |
| Malad | South-East | 7.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medad
Medad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baramati to Medad is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Medad is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Medad
Where is Medad located?
Medad village is located in Baramati Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Medad?
Medad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medad?
The pincode of Medad is 413102.
What is the population of Medad?
Medad had a total population of 3,773, including 1,975 males and 1,798 females.
How many households are there in Medad?
Medad had 767 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medad was 74.74%. Male literacy was 82.75% and female literacy was 66.10%.