Madhada - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Madhada is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Madhada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhada is 516397. The village covers a total geographical area of 1123.88 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Madhada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhada
According to the 2011 Census, Madhada village had a total population of 4,106 people, including 2,118 males and 1,988 females, living in 721 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.17%, with male literacy at 81.96% and female literacy at 53.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,106 | 2,118 | 1,988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 316 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 228 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,390 | 1,477 | 913 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,716 | 641 | 1,075 |
Nearby Villages of Madhada
Madhada 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 Madhada
Madhada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Madhada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Madhada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Madhada is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madhada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madhada
Where is Madhada located?
Madhada village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhada?
Madhada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhada?
The pincode of Madhada is 364240.
What is the population of Madhada?
Madhada had a total population of 4,106, including 2,118 males and 1,988 females.
How many households are there in Madhada?
Madhada had 721 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhada was 68.17%. Male literacy was 81.96% and female literacy was 53.58%.