Barad
Barad is a village located in Phaltan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Phaltan (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Barad village is also a gram panchayat.
Barad has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Barad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barad is 563312. The village spans a total geographical area of 2041.73 hectares. Phaltan is nearest town to Barad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barad 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 Phaltan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barad
Population of Barad
Below is a concise population overview of Barad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,387 | 2,229 | 2,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 295 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 766 | 380 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,981 | 1,632 | 1,349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,406 | 597 | 809 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barad village:
- The total population of Barad village is around 4,387, including approximately 2,229 males and 2,158 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 532 children aged 0–6 years in Barad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barad village has 766 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barad village is about 67.95%, with male literacy at 73.22% and female literacy at 62.51%.
- There are around 900 households in Barad village.
Connectivity of Barad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barad. As per the 2011 stats, Barad 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 Barad
Knowing the nearby villages of Barad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barad
- Where is Barad located?
- Barad village is situated in Phaltan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barad?
- Barad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barad is 4,387, with 2,229 males and 2,158 females.
- How many households are there in Barad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barad village has a total of 900 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barad is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 73.22%, while the female literacy rate is 62.51%.