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
As per Census 2011, Madda village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 221 males and 210 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 221 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| 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 has a total population of 431, including 221 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Madda?
There are 90 households in Madda.
What is the literacy rate in Madda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madda is 76.33%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 70.48%.