Madhuvan - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Madhuvan is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Madhuvan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhuvan is 516671. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.08 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Madhuvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhuvan
According to the 2011 Census, Madhuvan village had a total population of 832 people, including 436 males and 396 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.87%, with male literacy at 92.44% and female literacy at 60.47%.
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 | 832 | 436 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 330 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 106 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Madhuvan
Madhuvan 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 Madhuvan
Public transport in the Madhuvan 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 Talaja to Madhuvan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Madhuvan is about 65 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 Madhuvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhuvan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madhuvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhuvan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhuvan
Where is Madhuvan located?
Madhuvan village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madhuvan?
Madhuvan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhuvan?
The pincode of Madhuvan is 364290.
What is the population of Madhuvan?
Madhuvan had a total population of 832, including 436 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Madhuvan?
Madhuvan had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhuvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhuvan was 76.87%. Male literacy was 92.44% and female literacy was 60.47%.