Madandih - Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda, Dhanbad
Madandih is a village situated in the Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chirkunda and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Madandih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madandih is 361971. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 828205 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town.
Madandih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madandih
According to the 2011 Census, Madandih village had a total population of 1,374 people, including 728 males and 646 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.72%, with male literacy at 75.17% and female literacy at 53.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 741.
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 | 1,374 | 728 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 132 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 741 | 374 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 448 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 280 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Madandih
Madandih 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 Madandih
Public transport in the Madandih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Madandih is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madandih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madandih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madandih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madandih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madandih
Where is Madandih located?
Madandih village is located in Nirsa-Cum-Chirkunda Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madandih?
Madandih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madandih?
The pincode of Madandih is 828205.
What is the population of Madandih?
Madandih had a total population of 1,374, including 728 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Madandih?
Madandih had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madandih was 64.72%. Male literacy was 75.17% and female literacy was 53.44%.