Madhoon - Rajpura, Samba
Madhoon is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Samba and around 15 km from Samba. Madoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhoon is 006640. The village covers a total geographical area of 317 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Madhoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhoon
According to the 2011 Census, Madhoon village had a total population of 1,265 people, including 663 males and 602 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 65.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 497.
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 | 1,265 | 663 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 111 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 275 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 456 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 207 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Madhoon
Madhoon 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 Madhoon
Madhoon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Madhoon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Madhoon is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Madhoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhoon
Where is Madhoon located?
Madhoon village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhoon is Madoon.
What is the pincode of Madhoon?
The pincode of Madhoon is 181141.
What is the population of Madhoon?
Madhoon had a total population of 1,265, including 663 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Madhoon?
Madhoon had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhoon was 74.07%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 65.15%.