Madhuban - Kishanganj, Madhepura
Madhuban is a village situated in the Kishanganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Madhuban village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhuban is 226134. The village covers a total geographical area of 554 hectares and falls under the 852220 pincode. Madhepura is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Bihariganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhuban
As per Census 2011, Madhuban village has a total population of 6,923 people, consisting of 3,608 males and 3,315 females. The village has 1,342 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,606 literate and 4,317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,488 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhuban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,923 | 3,608 | 3,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,503 | 769 | 734 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,488 | 763 | 725 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,606 | 1,670 | 936 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,317 | 1,938 | 2,379 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Madhuban.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhepura to Madhuban is about 35 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 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madhuban
Where is Madhuban located?
Madhuban village is located in Kishanganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhuban?
Madhuban is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhuban?
The pincode of Madhuban is 852220.
What is the population of Madhuban?
Madhuban has a total population of 6,923, including 3,608 males and 3,315 females.
How many households are there in Madhuban?
There are 1,342 households in Madhuban.
What is the literacy rate in Madhuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhuban is 37.64%. Male literacy is 46.29% and female literacy is 28.24%.