Purad (Nerad) - Wani, Yavatmal
Purad (Nerad) is a village situated in the Wani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wani and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Purad N serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purad (Nerad) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purad (Nerad) is 544004. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.69 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Purad (Nerad) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purad (Nerad)
As per Census 2011, Purad (Nerad) village has a total population of 1,019 people, consisting of 531 males and 488 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purad (Nerad) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,019 | 531 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 429 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 102 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Purad (Nerad)
Purad (Nerad) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purad (Nerad)
Purad (Nerad) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Wani to Purad (Nerad) is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Purad (Nerad) is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purad (Nerad)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purad (Nerad) 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purad (Nerad)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purad (Nerad) 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purad (Nerad)
Where is Purad (Nerad) located?
Purad (Nerad) village is located in Wani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purad (Nerad)?
The Gram Panchayat of Purad (Nerad) is Purad N.
What is the pincode of Purad (Nerad)?
The pincode of Purad (Nerad) is 445402.
What is the population of Purad (Nerad)?
Purad (Nerad) has a total population of 1,019, including 531 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Purad (Nerad)?
There are 226 households in Purad (Nerad).
What is the literacy rate in Purad (Nerad)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purad (Nerad) is 75.96%. Male literacy is 80.79% and female literacy is 70.70%.