Madantala - Shahgarh, Sagar
Madantala is a village situated in the Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahgarh and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Sasan (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madantala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madantala is 460373. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.98 hectares and falls under the 470339 pincode. Shahgarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Madantala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madantala
According to the 2011 Census, Madantala village had a total population of 717 people, including 392 males and 325 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 88.45% and female literacy at 62.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 328.
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 | 717 | 392 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 175 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 291 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 101 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Madantala
Madantala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garera | West | 1.70 km |
| Mohanpura | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Bebasa | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Iashwarmau | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Fulwari | East | 3.88 km |
| Sasan | West | 3.91 km |
| Bamhori | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Budi Syamar | South | 5.29 km |
| Chandola | West | 5.70 km |
| Neguwan | North | 6.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madantala
Madantala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patharia, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahgarh to Madantala is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Madantala is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madantala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madantala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madantala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madantala 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 Madantala
Where is Madantala located?
Madantala village is located in Shahgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madantala?
The Gram Panchayat of Madantala is Sasan (p).
What is the pincode of Madantala?
The pincode of Madantala is 470339.
What is the population of Madantala?
Madantala had a total population of 717, including 392 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Madantala?
Madantala had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madantala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madantala was 76.79%. Male literacy was 88.45% and female literacy was 62.59%.