Maddikuntha - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Maddikuntha is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 105 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 215 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Maddikuntha village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maddikuntha is 540082. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.01 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 109 km away.
Maddikuntha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maddikuntha
According to the 2011 Census, Maddikuntha village had a total population of 644 people, including 323 males and 321 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.62%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 50.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 644 | 323 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 98 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 210 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 113 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Maddikuntha
Maddikuntha 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 Maddikuntha
Maddikuntha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Warangal to Maddikuntha is about 109 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Maddikuntha is about 215 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maddikuntha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maddikuntha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maddikuntha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maddikuntha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maddikuntha
Where is Maddikuntha located?
Maddikuntha village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Maddikuntha?
Maddikuntha is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maddikuntha?
The pincode of Maddikuntha is 442504.
What is the population of Maddikuntha?
Maddikuntha had a total population of 644, including 323 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Maddikuntha?
Maddikuntha had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maddikuntha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maddikuntha was 61.62%. Male literacy was 73.17% and female literacy was 50.34%.