Madan - Mendhar, Poonch
Madan is a village situated in the Mendhar tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Mendhar and around 44 km from Punch. Sakhi Maidan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Madan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madan is 001194. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Madan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madan
According to the 2011 Census, Madan village had a total population of 2,045 people, including 1,038 males and 1,007 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.53%, with male literacy at 81.83% and female literacy at 61.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 513.
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 | 2,045 | 1,038 | 1,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 185 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 276 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,221 | 698 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 340 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Madan
Madan 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 Madan
Madan 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 Punch to Madan is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madan
Where is Madan located?
Madan village is located in Mendhar Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Madan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Madan is Sakhi Maidan.
What is the pincode of Madan?
The pincode of Madan is 185211.
What is the population of Madan?
Madan had a total population of 2,045, including 1,038 males and 1,007 females.
How many households are there in Madan?
Madan had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madan was 71.53%. Male literacy was 81.83% and female literacy was 61.24%.