Madhupur - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Madhupur is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kadaligarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhupur is 382482. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhupur
As per Census 2011, Madhupur village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 153 males and 162 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 153 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 124 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 29 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Madhupur
Madhupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tantagarh | West | 1.18 km |
| Gudvelinali | North | 1.38 km |
| Pandkimal | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Bagharpali | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Karadapal(sasan) | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Samsingha | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Kadaligarh | South | 2.85 km |
| Rengali(san) | West | 3.00 km |
| Jharmunda | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Mahulmunda | South-East | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhupur
Madhupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Redhakhol to Madhupur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Madhupur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhupur
Where is Madhupur located?
Madhupur village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhupur is Kadaligarh.
What is the pincode of Madhupur?
The pincode of Madhupur is 768106.
What is the population of Madhupur?
Madhupur has a total population of 315, including 153 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Madhupur?
There are 74 households in Madhupur.
What is the literacy rate in Madhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhupur is 73.65%. Male literacy is 81.05% and female literacy is 66.67%.