Madafar - Jambusar, Bharuch
Madafar is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Madafar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madafar is 521916. The village covers a total geographical area of 999.44 hectares and falls under the 392040 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Madafar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madafar
As per Census 2011, Madafar village has a total population of 1,582 people, consisting of 808 males and 774 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 968 literate and 614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madafar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 808 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 122 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 582 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 226 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Madafar
Madafar 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 Madafar
Madafar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jambusar to Madafar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Madafar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madafar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madafar 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 Madafar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madafar 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 Madafar
Where is Madafar located?
Madafar village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madafar?
Madafar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madafar?
The pincode of Madafar is 392040.
What is the population of Madafar?
Madafar has a total population of 1,582, including 808 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Madafar?
There are 295 households in Madafar.
What is the literacy rate in Madafar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madafar is 61.19%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 49.87%.