Madra - Batala, Gurdaspur
Madra is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Madhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madra is 028612. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Madra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madra
As per Census 2011, Madra village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 477 males and 469 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 477 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 339 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 138 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Madra
Madra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Johal | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Boparai | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Attepur | East | 2.04 km |
| Shahpur Araian | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Ladha Munda | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Kazampur | North | 2.36 km |
| Bhagtupur | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Dhira | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Dharamkot | North | 3.25 km |
| Chak Bhagtupur | East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madra
Madra 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 Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Madra is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madra 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 Madra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madra 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 Madra
Where is Madra located?
Madra village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madra?
The Gram Panchayat of Madra is Madhra.
What is the pincode of Madra?
The pincode of Madra is 143506.
What is the population of Madra?
Madra has a total population of 946, including 477 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Madra?
There are 170 households in Madra.
What is the literacy rate in Madra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madra is 66.70%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 62.26%.