Barad - Phaltan, Satara
Barad is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Barad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barad is 563312. The village covers a total geographical area of 2041.73 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barad
As per Census 2011, Barad village has a total population of 4,387 people, consisting of 2,229 males and 2,158 females. The village has 900 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,981 literate and 1,406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 766 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Barad
Barad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shereshindewadi | West | 2.80 km |
| Kurvali Bk. | East | 4.31 km |
| Naik Bombawadi | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Rajuri | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Gunware | North | 5.59 km |
| Mirdhe | South-West | 6.07 km |
| Andrud | South-East | 6.66 km |
| Takalwade | North-West | 6.68 km |
| Tirakwadi | West | 6.70 km |
| Mathachiwadi | North | 6.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barad
Barad 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 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Barad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Barad is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barad 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 Barad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barad
Where is Barad located?
Barad village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barad?
Barad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barad?
The pincode of Barad is 415523.
What is the population of Barad?
Barad has a total population of 4,387, including 2,229 males and 2,158 females.
How many households are there in Barad?
There are 900 households in Barad.
What is the literacy rate in Barad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barad is 67.95%. Male literacy is 73.22% and female literacy is 62.51%.