Medad - Malshiras, Solapur
Medad is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Medad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medad is 562425. The village covers a total geographical area of 1290.91 hectares and falls under the 413107 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Medad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medad
As per Census 2011, Medad village has a total population of 4,648 people, consisting of 2,382 males and 2,266 females. The village has 873 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 636 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,884 literate and 1,764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 734 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Medad
Medad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeliv | South | 3.14 km |
| Purandawade | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Tirwandi | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Markadwadi | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Umbare Dahigaon | North | 4.51 km |
| Tamsidwadi | West | 4.75 km |
| Kacharewadi | East | 4.76 km |
| Bhamburdi | South | 5.16 km |
| Sadashivnagar | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Malshiras | South-East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Medad
Medad 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 Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Medad is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Medad is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Medad
Where is Medad located?
Medad village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medad?
Medad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medad?
The pincode of Medad is 413107.
What is the population of Medad?
Medad has a total population of 4,648, including 2,382 males and 2,266 females.
How many households are there in Medad?
There are 873 households in Medad.
What is the literacy rate in Medad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medad is 62.05%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 54.59%.