Madheya - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Madheya is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Nawatand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madheya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madheya is 365594. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.84 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Madheya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madheya
According to the 2011 Census, Madheya village had a total population of 254 people, including 134 males and 120 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.76%, with male literacy at 67.31% and female literacy at 34.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 70 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 64 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Madheya
Madheya 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 Madheya
Madheya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Madheya is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madheya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madheya 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 Madheya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madheya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madheya
Where is Madheya located?
Madheya village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madheya?
The Gram Panchayat of Madheya is Nawatand.
What is the pincode of Madheya?
The pincode of Madheya is 822113.
What is the population of Madheya?
Madheya had a total population of 254, including 134 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Madheya?
Madheya had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madheya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madheya was 51.76%. Male literacy was 67.31% and female literacy was 34.74%.