Madban - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Madban is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Madban village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madban is 566051. The village covers a total geographical area of 972.73 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Madban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madban
According to the 2011 Census, Madban village had a total population of 340 people, including 148 males and 192 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,297 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.66%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 73.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 340 | 148 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 132 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 16 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Madban
Madban 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 Madban
Madban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rajapur to Madban is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Madban is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madban 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madban
Where is Madban located?
Madban village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madban?
Madban is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madban?
The pincode of Madban is 416702.
What is the population of Madban?
Madban had a total population of 340, including 148 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Madban?
Madban had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madban was 82.66%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 73.77%.