Madawa - Tundara, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Madawa is a village situated in the Tundara tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Kasdol and around 144 km from Raipur. Madwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madawa is 444092. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 493344 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Madawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madawa
As per Census 2011, Madawa village has a total population of 2,156 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 1,087 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,156 | 1,069 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 159 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,241 | 631 | 610 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 771 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 298 | 554 |
Nearby Villages of Madawa
Madawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turkindih | West | 1.93 km |
| Deradih | West | 2.73 km |
| Giraud | South | 2.75 km |
| Kouwatal | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Kotiyadih | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Sukli | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Manakoni | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Tiprung | West | 4.31 km |
| Hasuwa | North | 4.41 km |
| Amalidih | North-East | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madawa
Madawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naila, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kasdol to Madawa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Madawa is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madawa 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 Madawa
Where is Madawa located?
Madawa village is located in Tundara Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Madawa is Madwa.
What is the pincode of Madawa?
The pincode of Madawa is 493344.
What is the population of Madawa?
Madawa has a total population of 2,156, including 1,069 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Madawa?
There are 572 households in Madawa.
What is the literacy rate in Madawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madawa is 60.48%. Male literacy is 72.12% and female literacy is 49.03%.