Madure - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Madure is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Madure village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madure is 566916. The village covers a total geographical area of 959 hectares and falls under the 416514 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Madure 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 Madure
As per Census 2011, Madure village has a total population of 1,789 people, consisting of 892 males and 897 females. The village has 440 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,419 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madure are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,789 | 892 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 753 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 139 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Madure
Madure 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kas | East | 2.33 km |
| Padlos | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Sherle | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Aros | West | 3.57 km |
| Ronapal | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Satarda | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Satose | South | 3.92 km |
| Nigude | North | 4.09 km |
| Sateli Tarf Satarda | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Kshetrapal | North | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madure
Madure is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Madure is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Madure is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madure
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madure village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madure
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madure 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Madure
Where is Madure located?
Madure village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madure?
Madure is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madure?
The pincode of Madure is 416514.
What is the population of Madure?
Madure has a total population of 1,789, including 892 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Madure?
There are 440 households in Madure.
What is the literacy rate in Madure?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madure is 79.32%. Male literacy is 84.42% and female literacy is 74.25%.