Madha - Sihora, Jabalpur
Madha is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Madha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madha is 489154. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.97 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Madha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madha
As per Census 2011, Madha village has a total population of 1,436 people, consisting of 751 males and 685 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 821 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,436 | 751 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 117 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 181 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 211 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 473 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 278 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Madha
Madha 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 Madha
Public transport in the Madha is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Madha.
| 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 Sihora to Madha is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Madha is about 34 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 Madha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Madha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madha 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Madha
Where is Madha located?
Madha village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madha?
Madha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madha?
The pincode of Madha is 483225.
What is the population of Madha?
Madha has a total population of 1,436, including 751 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Madha?
There are 399 households in Madha.
What is the literacy rate in Madha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madha is 57.17%. Male literacy is 62.98% and female literacy is 50.80%.