Madhavpur - Porbandar
Madhavpur is a village situated in the Porbandar taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 57 km from Porbandar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Madhavpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhavpur is 514239. The village covers a total geographical area of 3460.57 hectares and falls under the 362230 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Madhavpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutiyana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhavpur
As per Census 2011, Madhavpur village has a total population of 20,241 people, consisting of 10,465 males and 9,776 females. The village has 3,699 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,514 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,658 literate and 8,583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,675 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 775 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhavpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,241 | 10,465 | 9,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,514 | 1,320 | 1,194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,675 | 874 | 801 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 775 | 408 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 11,658 | 6,807 | 4,851 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,583 | 3,658 | 4,925 |
Nearby Villages of Madhavpur
Madhavpur 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 Madhavpur
Madhavpur 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 | 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 Mangrol to Madhavpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Madhavpur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhavpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhavpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madhavpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhavpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madhavpur
Where is Madhavpur located?
Madhavpur village is located in Porbandar Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhavpur?
Madhavpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhavpur?
The pincode of Madhavpur is 362230.
What is the population of Madhavpur?
Madhavpur has a total population of 20,241, including 10,465 males and 9,776 females.
How many households are there in Madhavpur?
There are 3,699 households in Madhavpur.
What is the literacy rate in Madhavpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhavpur is 57.60%. Male literacy is 65.05% and female literacy is 49.62%.