Madargaon - Homnabad, Bidar
Madargaon is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Madargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madargaon is 600288. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.26 hectares and falls under the 585329 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Madargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madargaon
As per Census 2011, Madargaon village has a total population of 1,361 people, consisting of 719 males and 642 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 463 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 719 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 94 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 116 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 536 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 183 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Madargaon
Madargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadankera | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Malkapur | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Nandagaon | West | 2.81 km |
| Kappargaon | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Hippargaon | South | 2.95 km |
| Benchincholi | North | 2.97 km |
| Allura | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Nimbura | East | 3.42 km |
| Hudgi | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Bothagi | North-East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madargaon
Madargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Madargaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Madargaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madargaon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madargaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madargaon
Where is Madargaon located?
Madargaon village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madargaon?
Madargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madargaon?
The pincode of Madargaon is 585329.
What is the population of Madargaon?
Madargaon has a total population of 1,361, including 719 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Madargaon?
There are 280 households in Madargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Madargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madargaon is 65.98%. Male literacy is 74.55% and female literacy is 56.39%.