Madava - Jasdan, Rajkot
Madava is a village situated in the Jasdan taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jasdan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Madava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madava is 513123. The village covers a total geographical area of 872.84 hectares and falls under the 360050 pincode. Jasdan is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Madava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madava
According to the 2011 Census, Madava village had a total population of 1,870 people, including 937 males and 933 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.59%, with male literacy at 74.50% and female literacy at 52.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 1,870 | 937 | 933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 596 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 341 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Madava
Madava 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 Madava
Madava 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 Jasdan to Madava is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Madava is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madava 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madava 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madava
Where is Madava located?
Madava village is located in Jasdan Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madava?
Madava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madava?
The pincode of Madava is 360050.
What is the population of Madava?
Madava had a total population of 1,870, including 937 males and 933 females.
How many households are there in Madava?
Madava had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madava was 63.59%. Male literacy was 74.50% and female literacy was 52.59%.