Madhubana - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Madhubana is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Kaithakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhubana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhubana is 412796. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Madhubana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhubana
As per Census 2011, Madhubana village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 151 males and 143 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhubana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 47 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Madhubana
Madhubana 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 Madhubana
Madhubana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Madhubana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Madhubana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhubana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhubana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Madhubana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhubana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhubana
Where is Madhubana located?
Madhubana village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhubana?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhubana is Kaithakhandi.
What is the pincode of Madhubana?
The pincode of Madhubana is 761007.
What is the population of Madhubana?
Madhubana has a total population of 294, including 151 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Madhubana?
There are 60 households in Madhubana.
What is the literacy rate in Madhubana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhubana is 61.90%. Male literacy is 68.87% and female literacy is 54.55%.