Definition
Baradi is a village located in the Salcete taluka of South Goa district in the Indian state of Goa.
Overview
Baradi lies in the southwestern part of the state, near the coastal stretch of the Arabian Sea. According to the 2011 Census of India, the village had a total population of approximately 2,800 residents, with a roughly equal gender distribution. The settlement is administered under the local panchayat system and falls within the jurisdiction of the Goa Legislative Assembly constituency of Salcete. The primary economic activities in Baradi include agriculture—particularly rice and cashew cultivation—and tourism, owing to its proximity to several beaches and coastal attractions.
Etymology/Origin
The precise origin of the name “Baradi” is not definitively documented in scholarly sources. It is possibly derived from a Konkani word, but accurate information is not confirmed.
Characteristics
- Geography: Baradi is situated at an elevation of about 10 meters above sea level. The village is intersected by minor road networks that connect it to nearby towns such as Margão and the coastal hamlets of Benaulim and Majorda.
- Demographics: The 2011 census recorded a literacy rate of around 85 %, higher than the national average, reflecting the generally high educational attainment in Goa.
- Economy: Traditional farming remains a livelihood for many residents, while ancillary income is generated from small‑scale hospitality services catering to tourists visiting nearby beaches.
- Cultural sites: The village hosts a few local shrines, including a prominent Bhagwan Shree Ganesha temple that serves as a focal point for community festivals. There is no major historical monument documented in national heritage registers within Baradi itself.
- Infrastructure: Baradi is supplied with basic civic amenities such as electricity, potable water, and primary schools. The nearest railway station is at Madgaon (Margao), approximately 15 km away, and the closest airport is Goa International Airport (Dabolim), about 30 km distant.
Related Topics
- Goa (state)
- South Goa district
- Salcete taluka
- List of villages in Goa
- Tourism in Goa
- Indian census data (2011)