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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Medad village has a total population of 3,773 people, consisting of 1,975 males and 1,798 females. The village has 767 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,489 literate and 1,284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 734 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medad are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Medad?
Medad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medad?
The pincode of Medad is 413102.
What is the population of Medad?
Medad has a total population of 3,773, including 1,975 males and 1,798 females.
How many households are there in Medad?
There are 767 households in Medad.
What is the literacy rate in Medad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medad is 65.97%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 58.90%.