Madai - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Madai is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Madai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madai is 435983. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.05 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Madai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madai
As per Census 2011, Madai village has a total population of 1,565 people, consisting of 760 males and 805 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,059 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,565 | 760 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,226 | 589 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 417 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 343 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Madai
Madai 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 Madai
Madai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Madai is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Madai is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madai
Where is Madai located?
Madai village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madai?
Madai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madai?
The pincode of Madai is 495448.
What is the population of Madai?
Madai has a total population of 1,565, including 760 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Madai?
There are 316 households in Madai.
What is the literacy rate in Madai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madai is 47.73%. Male literacy is 54.87% and female literacy is 40.99%.