Madhawani - Kotgarh, Shimla
Madhawani is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Shimla. Madhawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhawani is 023942. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.9 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Madhawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhawani
As per Census 2011, Madhawani village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 141 males and 151 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 141 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 102 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 120 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 21 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Madhawani
Madhawani 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 Madhawani
Madhawani 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 Shimla to Madhawani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhawani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madhawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhawani 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 Madhawani
Where is Madhawani located?
Madhawani village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhawani?
Madhawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhawani?
The pincode of Madhawani is 172030.
What is the population of Madhawani?
Madhawani has a total population of 292, including 141 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Madhawani?
There are 76 households in Madhawani.
What is the literacy rate in Madhawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhawani is 77.74%. Male literacy is 85.11% and female literacy is 70.86%.