Madahar - Palera, Tikamgarh
Madahar is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Laron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madahar is 457013. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.41 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Madahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madahar
As per Census 2011, Madahar village has a total population of 427 people, consisting of 221 males and 206 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 86 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 427 | 221 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 178 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 43 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Madahar
Madahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laroun | South | 0.94 km |
| Touriya Khas | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Bhagwant Nagar | East | 1.74 km |
| Murrah Bandh | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Para | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Nayagaon | South | 3.14 km |
| Atrar | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Bakhatpura | West | 3.68 km |
| Touriya Ugad | West | 3.75 km |
| Khera | North | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madahar
Madahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rora, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palera to Madahar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Madahar is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madahar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madahar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madahar
Where is Madahar located?
Madahar village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Madahar is Laron.
What is the pincode of Madahar?
The pincode of Madahar is 472221.
What is the population of Madahar?
Madahar has a total population of 427, including 221 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Madahar?
There are 73 households in Madahar.
What is the literacy rate in Madahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madahar is 79.86%. Male literacy is 80.54% and female literacy is 79.13%.