Madhuban - Kaprada, Valsad
Madhuban is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Madhuban village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhuban is 523608. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.14 hectares and falls under the 396240 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Madhuban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhuban
As per Census 2011, Madhuban village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 287 males and 293 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhuban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 287 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 281 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 175 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 112 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Madhuban
Madhuban 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 Madhuban
Madhuban 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Selvas to Madhuban is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Madhuban is about 68 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 Madhuban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhuban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madhuban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhuban 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madhuban
Where is Madhuban located?
Madhuban village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhuban?
Madhuban is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhuban?
The pincode of Madhuban is 396240.
What is the population of Madhuban?
Madhuban has a total population of 580, including 287 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Madhuban?
There are 105 households in Madhuban.
What is the literacy rate in Madhuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhuban is 51.72%. Male literacy is 60.98% and female literacy is 42.66%.