Madhupur - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Madhupur is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Kegaon and around 62 km from Bhawanipatna. Kegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhupur is 423658. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Madhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhupur
According to the 2011 Census, Madhupur village had a total population of 68 people, including 33 males and 35 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.67%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 21.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 21 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Madhupur
Madhupur 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 Madhupur
Madhupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Junagarh to Madhupur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Madhupur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Madhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madhupur
Where is Madhupur located?
Madhupur village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhupur is Kegaon.
What is the pincode of Madhupur?
The pincode of Madhupur is 766016.
What is the population of Madhupur?
Madhupur had a total population of 68, including 33 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Madhupur?
Madhupur had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhupur was 31.67%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 21.88%.