Madhota - Holi, Chamba
Madhota is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Chanhouta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhota is 008040. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.23 hectares and falls under the 176309 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Madhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhota
As per Census 2011, Madhota village has a total population of 399 people, consisting of 194 males and 205 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 341 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 399 | 194 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 164 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 142 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 52 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Madhota
Madhota 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 Madhota
Public transport in the Madhota is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamba to Madhota is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhota 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Madhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhota
Where is Madhota located?
Madhota village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhota is Chanhouta.
What is the pincode of Madhota?
The pincode of Madhota is 176309.
What is the population of Madhota?
Madhota has a total population of 399, including 194 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Madhota?
There are 71 households in Madhota.
What is the literacy rate in Madhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhota is 62.16%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 51.71%.