Madhupur - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Madhupur is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Gurundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhupur is 385018. The village covers a total geographical area of 838 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 82 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 Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhupur
As per Census 2011, Madhupur village has a total population of 607 people, consisting of 290 males and 317 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 322 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 290 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 260 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 171 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 119 | 166 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Madhupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Madhupur is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Madhupur is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madhupur
Where is Madhupur located?
Madhupur village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhupur is Gurundia.
What is the pincode of Madhupur?
The pincode of Madhupur is 770043.
What is the population of Madhupur?
Madhupur has a total population of 607, including 290 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Madhupur?
There are 113 households in Madhupur.
What is the literacy rate in Madhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhupur is 53.05%. Male literacy is 58.97% and female literacy is 47.63%.