Madhuwa - Belhar, Banka
Madhuwa is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Jhukiliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhuwa is 241504. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 813103 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Madhuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Madhuwa village had a total population of 607 people, including 306 males and 301 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.08%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 54.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 306 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 223 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 83 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Madhuwa
Madhuwa 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 Madhuwa
Madhuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Banka to Madhuwa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madhuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madhuwa
Where is Madhuwa located?
Madhuwa village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madhuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhuwa is Jhukiliya.
What is the pincode of Madhuwa?
The pincode of Madhuwa is 813103.
What is the population of Madhuwa?
Madhuwa had a total population of 607, including 306 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Madhuwa?
Madhuwa had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhuwa was 70.08%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 54.47%.