Madhel - Narala, Kalahandi
Madhel is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Santpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhel is 422831. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 766101 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Madhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhel
As per Census 2011, Madhel village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 248 males and 228 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 248 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 157 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 91 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Madhel
Madhel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukunabhata | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Pajibahali | West | 1.18 km |
| Sanchiching | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Sankarmal | North | 1.22 km |
| Santpur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Ghughurbahali | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Nakatipani Munda | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Khaing | East | 2.11 km |
| Khasbahali | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Badchiching | South | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhel
Madhel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is G. Ramchandrapur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Madhel is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Madhel is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhel 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhel
Where is Madhel located?
Madhel village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhel is Santpur.
What is the pincode of Madhel?
The pincode of Madhel is 766101.
What is the population of Madhel?
Madhel has a total population of 476, including 248 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Madhel?
There are 116 households in Madhel.
What is the literacy rate in Madhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhel is 54.62%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 45.18%.