Madandih - Manika, Latehar
Madandih is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Vishunbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madandih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madandih is 366912. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode. Latehar 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 Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madandih
According to the 2011 Census, Madandih village had a total population of 219 people, including 119 males and 100 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.92%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 41.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 218.
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 | 219 | 119 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 72 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 47 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Madandih
Madandih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishunbandh | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Bichlidag | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Marabar | East | 3.25 km |
| Sukri | South | 3.28 km |
| Matlaung | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Baridih | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Jalima | North-East | 3.60 km |
| West | 3.79 km | |
| Jaram | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Largari | South | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madandih
Public transport in the Madandih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 km.
| 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 Latehar to Madandih is about 35 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madandih
Where is Madandih located?
Madandih village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Madandih is Vishunbandh.
What is the pincode of Madandih?
The pincode of Madandih is 822126.
What is the population of Madandih?
Madandih had a total population of 219, including 119 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Madandih?
Madandih had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madandih was 60.92%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 41.98%.