Paradh - Pusad, Yavatmal
Paradh is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bhandari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paradh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paradh is 542735. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.23 hectares and falls under the 445230 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Paradh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paradh
As per Census 2011, Paradh village has a total population of 1,618 people, consisting of 839 males and 779 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paradh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,618 | 839 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 625 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 214 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Paradh
Paradh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wamanwadi | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Naik Nagar | South | 3.19 km |
| Waltur Tambe | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Mokhad | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Karhol | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Bhandari | West | 4.20 km |
| Marsul | South | 5.02 km |
| Ujwalnagar | North | 5.64 km |
| Brahmangaon | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Ranjitnagar | North-East | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paradh
Public transport in the Paradh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Paradh is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Paradh is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paradh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paradh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paradh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paradh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paradh
Where is Paradh located?
Paradh village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paradh?
The Gram Panchayat of Paradh is Bhandari.
What is the pincode of Paradh?
The pincode of Paradh is 445230.
What is the population of Paradh?
Paradh has a total population of 1,618, including 839 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Paradh?
There are 380 households in Paradh.
What is the literacy rate in Paradh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paradh is 63.23%. Male literacy is 74.49% and female literacy is 51.09%.