Medad
Medad is a village located in Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malshiras (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Medad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Medad unique in its vibrant Malshiras-Solapur region. You’ll see Medad’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 Medad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Medad is 562425. The village spans a total geographical area of 1290.91 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Medad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
When it comes to local governance, Medad 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 Malshiras 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 Medad
Population of Medad
According to the 2011 Census, Medad has a total population of about 4,648, with approximately 2,382 males and 2,266 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 636 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 734 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.05%, with male literacy at about 69.14% and female literacy near 54.59%. There are around 873 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Medad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,648 | 2,382 | 2,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 636 | 331 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 734 | 366 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,884 | 1,647 | 1,237 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,764 | 735 | 1,029 |
Connectivity of Medad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Medad. As per the 2011 stats, Medad 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Medad
Knowing the nearby villages of Medad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Medad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Medad
- Where is Medad located?
- Medad village is situated in Malshiras Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Medad?
- Medad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Medad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Medad is 4,648, with 2,382 males and 2,266 females.
- How many households are there in Medad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Medad village has a total of 873 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Medad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Medad is 62.05%. The male literacy rate is 69.14%, while the female literacy rate is 54.59%.