Madhubani - Chhatapur, Supaul
Madhubani is a village situated in the Chhatapur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Madhubani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhubani is 221054. The village covers a total geographical area of 985 hectares and falls under the 852137 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 26 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 8,386 people, consisting of 4,388 males and 3,998 females. The village has 1,755 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,747 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,677 literate and 4,709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,080 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhubani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,386 | 4,388 | 3,998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,747 | 887 | 860 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,080 | 548 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,677 | 2,345 | 1,332 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,709 | 2,043 | 2,666 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dodra | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Shukha Nagar | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Bardaha Jainagar | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Udhampur | South | 2.78 km |
| Kalikapur | North | 2.93 km |
| Gobindpur Kalan | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Jiwachhpur | East | 3.59 km |
| Lachhminia | North | 3.88 km |
| Keola | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Gobindpur | North-West | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhubani
Public transport in the Madhubani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Forbesganj to Madhubani is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Madhubani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 Chhatapur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhubani?
Madhubani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhubani?
The pincode of Madhubani is 852137.
What is the population of Madhubani?
Madhubani has a total population of 8,386, including 4,388 males and 3,998 females.
How many households are there in Madhubani?
There are 1,755 households in Madhubani.
What is the literacy rate in Madhubani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhubani is 43.85%. Male literacy is 53.44% and female literacy is 33.32%.