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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Madh village has a total population of 798 people, consisting of 381 males and 417 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 359 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madh are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Madh?
Madh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madh?
The pincode of Madh is 421401.
What is the population of Madh?
Madh has a total population of 798, including 381 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Madh?
There are 165 households in Madh.
What is the literacy rate in Madh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madh is 62.41%. Male literacy is 75.33% and female literacy is 50.60%.