Madhupur - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Madhupur is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhupur is 384907. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 35 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
According to the 2011 Census, Madhupur village had a total population of 223 people, including 109 males and 114 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 79.38% and female literacy at 54.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 223 | 109 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 77 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 32 | 59 |
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
Public transport in the Madhupur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Raurkela to Madhupur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhupur is Kurda.
What is the pincode of Madhupur?
The pincode of Madhupur is 770044.
What is the population of Madhupur?
Madhupur had a total population of 223, including 109 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Madhupur?
Madhupur had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhupur was 66.67%. Male literacy was 79.38% and female literacy was 54.46%.