Madhubani - Kursakatta, Araria
Madhubani is a village situated in the Kursakatta subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kursakatta and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Lailokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhubani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhubani is 221928. The village covers a total geographical area of 340 hectares and falls under the 854331 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Madhubani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhubani
As per Census 2011, Madhubani village has a total population of 2,414 people, consisting of 1,281 males and 1,133 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 473 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,139 literate and 1,275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhubani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,414 | 1,281 | 1,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 250 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 176 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,139 | 756 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,275 | 525 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Madhubani
Madhubani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumaria | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Rajaula | South | 2.07 km |
| Lolokhur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Phasimagrabi And Phasimashraqi | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Chaita | South | 3.19 km |
| Harira | South | 3.79 km |
| Soksanand Bhag Khutpur | East | 3.83 km |
| Bhaloa | East | 3.83 km |
| Asabhag | South | 4.18 km |
| Haripur | East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhubani
Madhubani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jogbani, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Madhubani is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Madhubani is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhubani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhubani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madhubani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhubani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhubani
Where is Madhubani located?
Madhubani village is located in Kursakatta Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhubani?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhubani is Lailokhar.
What is the pincode of Madhubani?
The pincode of Madhubani is 854331.
What is the population of Madhubani?
Madhubani has a total population of 2,414, including 1,281 males and 1,133 females.
How many households are there in Madhubani?
There are 540 households in Madhubani.
What is the literacy rate in Madhubani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhubani is 47.18%. Male literacy is 59.02% and female literacy is 33.80%.