Madka
Madka is a village located in Vav taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Vav (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Madka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Madka unique in its vibrant Vav-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Madka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Madka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Madka is 507420. The village spans a total geographical area of 3295.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385575. Tharad is nearest town to Madka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Madka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vav Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Madka
Population of Madka
According to the 2011 Census, Madka has a total population of about 5,131, with approximately 2,649 males and 2,482 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 776 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,352 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 290. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.91%, with male literacy at about 63.53% and female literacy near 37.43%. There are around 939 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Madka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,131 | 2,649 | 2,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 776 | 423 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,352 | 718 | 634 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 145 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 2,612 | 1,683 | 929 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,519 | 966 | 1,553 |
Connectivity of Madka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Madka. As per the 2011 stats, Madka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Madka
Knowing the nearby villages of Madka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Madka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Madka
- Where is Madka located?
- Madka village is situated in Vav Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Madka?
- Madka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Madka?
- The pincode of Madka is 385575, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Madka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Madka is 5,131, with 2,649 males and 2,482 females.
- How many households are there in Madka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Madka village has a total of 939 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Madka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Madka is 50.91%. The male literacy rate is 63.53%, while the female literacy rate is 37.43%.