Madh - Shahapur, Thane
Madh is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Madh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madh is 552896. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.28 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Bhiwandi Nizampur is the nearest town, located about 39 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 Shahapur 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 909 people, consisting of 480 males and 429 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 617 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 909 | 480 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 363 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 117 | 175 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Madh. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Madh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhiwandi Nizampur to Madh is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Madh is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 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 Shahapur 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 421601.
What is the population of Madh?
Madh has a total population of 909, including 480 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Madh?
There are 191 households in Madh.
What is the literacy rate in Madh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madh is 67.88%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 59.21%.