Madda - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Madda is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Madda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madda is 030803. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 144529 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Madda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madda
According to the 2011 Census, Madda village had a total population of 431 people, including 221 males and 210 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.58%, with male literacy at 89.60% and female literacy at 79.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
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 | 431 | 221 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 181 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Madda
Madda 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 Madda
Public transport in the Madda is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Madda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Madda 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 Madda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madda 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 Madda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madda
Where is Madda located?
Madda village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madda?
Madda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madda?
The pincode of Madda is 144529.
What is the population of Madda?
Madda had a total population of 431, including 221 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Madda?
Madda had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madda was 84.58%. Male literacy was 89.60% and female literacy was 79.14%.