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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Maddikuntha village has a total population of 644 people, consisting of 323 males and 321 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maddikuntha are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Maddikuntha?
Maddikuntha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maddikuntha?
The pincode of Maddikuntha is 442504.
What is the population of Maddikuntha?
Maddikuntha has a total population of 644, including 323 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Maddikuntha?
There are 184 households in Maddikuntha.
What is the literacy rate in Maddikuntha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maddikuntha is 55.59%. Male literacy is 65.02% and female literacy is 46.11%.