Vadad

Vadad is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Vadad village is also a gram panchayat.

Vadad has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Vadad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadad is 565387. The village spans a total geographical area of 798 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Vadad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Vadad 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Vadad

Below is a concise population overview of Vadad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,146 488 658
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 47 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 17 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 658 323 335
Illiterate Population 488 165 323

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadad village:

  • The total population of Vadad village is around 1,146, including approximately 488 males and 658 females, with a sex ratio of 1348 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Vadad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vadad village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Vadad village is about 57.42%, with male literacy at 66.19% and female literacy at 50.91%.
  • There are around 344 households in Vadad village.

Connectivity of Vadad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadad. As per the 2011 stats, Vadad 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Vadad

Knowing the nearby villages of Vadad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vadad

Where is Vadad located?
Vadad village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadad?
Vadad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Vadad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadad is 1,146, with 488 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Vadad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vadad village has a total of 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadad is 57.42%. The male literacy rate is 66.19%, while the female literacy rate is 50.91%.