Madh - Murbad, Thane
Madh is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Madh village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madh is 553247. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.27 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Madh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madh
According to the 2011 Census, Madh village had a total population of 798 people, including 381 males and 417 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 86.97% and female literacy at 58.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 798 | 381 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 179 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 287 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 94 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Madh
Madh 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 Madh
Madh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kalyan to Madh is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Madh is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madh
Where is Madh located?
Madh village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Madh?
Madh is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madh?
The pincode of Madh is 421401.
What is the population of Madh?
Madh had a total population of 798, including 381 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Madh?
Madh had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madh was 72.38%. Male literacy was 86.97% and female literacy was 58.94%.