Madh Kaul - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Madh Kaul is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Jaffarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madh Kaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madh Kaul is 219412. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Madh Kaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Madh Kaul
According to the 2011 Census, Madh Kaul village had a total population of 6,192 people, including 3,336 males and 2,856 females, living in 1,420 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.98%, with male literacy at 57.95% and female literacy at 38.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 501, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 6,192 | 3,336 | 2,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,170 | 618 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 501 | 276 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,460 | 1,575 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,732 | 1,761 | 1,971 |
Nearby Villages of Madh Kaul
Madh Kaul 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 Madh Kaul
Madh Kaul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Madh Kaul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belsand to Madh Kaul is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Madh Kaul is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madh Kaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madh Kaul 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 Madh Kaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madh Kaul 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madh Kaul
Where is Madh Kaul located?
Madh Kaul village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madh Kaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Madh Kaul is Jaffarpur.
What is the pincode of Madh Kaul?
The pincode of Madh Kaul is 843316.
What is the population of Madh Kaul?
Madh Kaul had a total population of 6,192, including 3,336 males and 2,856 females.
How many households are there in Madh Kaul?
Madh Kaul had 1,420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madh Kaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madh Kaul was 48.98%. Male literacy was 57.95% and female literacy was 38.41%.