Madachapada - Vikramgad, Palghar
Madachapada is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Vikramgad and around 125 km from Thane. Karhe-talawali serves as the Village Panchayat for Madachapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madachapada is 551762. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.94 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Madachapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madachapada
According to the 2011 Census, Madachapada village had a total population of 652 people, including 319 males and 333 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.91%, with male literacy at 70.26% and female literacy at 46.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 652.
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 | 652 | 319 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 319 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 189 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 130 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Madachapada
Madachapada 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 Madachapada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Madachapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawhar to Madachapada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Madachapada is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madachapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madachapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Madachapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madachapada 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 Madachapada
Where is Madachapada located?
Madachapada village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Madachapada?
The Village Panchayat of Madachapada is Karhe-talawali.
What is the pincode of Madachapada?
The pincode of Madachapada is 401603.
What is the population of Madachapada?
Madachapada had a total population of 652, including 319 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Madachapada?
Madachapada had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madachapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madachapada was 57.91%. Male literacy was 70.26% and female literacy was 46.34%.