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.
Here you can discover what makes Vadad unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Vadad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Vadad
Population of Vadad
According to the 2011 Census, Vadad has a total population of about 1,146, with approximately 488 males and 658 females. The sex ratio is around 1348 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.42%, with male literacy at about 66.19% and female literacy near 50.91%. There are around 344 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.