Madhuban - Baheri, Darbhanga
Madhuban is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Dohat Narain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhuban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhuban is 227655. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 847105 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Madhuban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhuban
As per Census 2011, Madhuban village has a total population of 2,287 people, consisting of 1,197 males and 1,090 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 952 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhuban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,287 | 1,197 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 219 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 838 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 359 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Madhuban
Madhuban 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 Madhuban
Madhuban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Madhuban is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhuban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhuban 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Madhuban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhuban 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Madhuban
Where is Madhuban located?
Madhuban village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhuban?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhuban is Dohat Narain.
What is the pincode of Madhuban?
The pincode of Madhuban is 847105.
What is the population of Madhuban?
Madhuban has a total population of 2,287, including 1,197 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Madhuban?
There are 514 households in Madhuban.
What is the literacy rate in Madhuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhuban is 58.37%. Male literacy is 70.01% and female literacy is 45.60%.