Madkhol - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Madkhol is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Madkhol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madkhol is 566859. The village covers a total geographical area of 1943.49 hectares and falls under the 416531 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madkhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madkhol
As per Census 2011, Madkhol village has a total population of 3,539 people, consisting of 1,699 males and 1,840 females. The village has 829 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,744 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madkhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,539 | 1,699 | 1,840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 158 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 2,744 | 1,416 | 1,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 283 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Madkhol
Madkhol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satuli | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Kariwade | South | 4.35 km |
| Bavlat | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Ambegaon | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Sangeli | North | 4.78 km |
| Devsu | East | 5.08 km |
| Kunkeri | West | 5.35 km |
| Charathe | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Nirukhe | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Otavane | South | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madkhol
Madkhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Madkhol is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Madkhol is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madkhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madkhol 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madkhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madkhol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madkhol
Where is Madkhol located?
Madkhol village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madkhol?
Madkhol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madkhol?
The pincode of Madkhol is 416531.
What is the population of Madkhol?
Madkhol has a total population of 3,539, including 1,699 males and 1,840 females.
How many households are there in Madkhol?
There are 829 households in Madkhol.
What is the literacy rate in Madkhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madkhol is 77.54%. Male literacy is 83.34% and female literacy is 72.17%.