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
According to the 2011 Census, Madhubana village had a total population of 294 people, including 151 males and 143 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.22%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 62.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 294, including 151 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Madhubana?
Madhubana had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhubana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhubana was 72.22%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 62.90%.