Madwan - Hajin, Bandipora
Madwan is a village situated in the Hajin tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Sonawari and around 30 km from Bandipora. Madwan A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Madwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madwan is 002771. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.4 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Hajin is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Madwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madwan
According to the 2011 Census, Madwan village had a total population of 2,215 people, including 1,135 males and 1,080 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.55%, with male literacy at 58.00% and female literacy at 32.32%.
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 | 2,215 | 1,135 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 587 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,320 | 548 | 772 |
Nearby Villages of Madwan
Madwan 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 Madwan
Madwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hajin to Madwan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Madwan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madwan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madwan
Where is Madwan located?
Madwan village is located in Hajin Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Madwan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Madwan is Madwan A.
What is the pincode of Madwan?
The pincode of Madwan is 193501.
What is the population of Madwan?
Madwan had a total population of 2,215, including 1,135 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Madwan?
Madwan had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madwan was 45.55%. Male literacy was 58.00% and female literacy was 32.32%.