Madani - Mehkar, Buldhana
Madani is a village situated in the Mehkar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Mehkar and around 91 km from Buldana. Madani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madani is 529030. The village covers a total geographical area of 1382 hectares and falls under the 443303 pincode. Mehkar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Madani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madani
As per Census 2011, Madani village has a total population of 2,469 people, consisting of 1,283 males and 1,186 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,750 literate and 719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,469 | 1,283 | 1,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 162 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 262 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,750 | 1,004 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 279 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Madani
Madani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadji | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Aregaon | West | 3.49 km |
| Netansa | East | 4.11 km |
| Anchal | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Lehani | South | 4.68 km |
| Tapowan | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Nanaj | West | 5.23 km |
| Dongaon | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Pimpri Sarhad | North | 5.52 km |
| Jawala | West | 6.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madani
Madani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aman Vadi, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mehkar to Madani is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Madani is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madani 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 Madani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madani
Where is Madani located?
Madani village is located in Mehkar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madani?
Madani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madani?
The pincode of Madani is 443303.
What is the population of Madani?
Madani has a total population of 2,469, including 1,283 males and 1,186 females.
How many households are there in Madani?
There are 495 households in Madani.
What is the literacy rate in Madani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madani is 70.88%. Male literacy is 78.25% and female literacy is 62.90%.