Madpur - Samrala, Ludhiana
Madpur is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Madpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madpur is 033124. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 141114 pincode. Samrala is the nearest town.
Madpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samrala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madpur
As per Census 2011, Madpur village has a total population of 2,186 people, consisting of 1,132 males and 1,054 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,729 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,186 | 1,132 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 95 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 289 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 1,729 | 923 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 209 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Madpur
Madpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lopon | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Khatran | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Dhindsa | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Mutton | East | 2.35 km |
| Ghulal | North | 2.73 km |
| Manjali Kalan | South | 2.95 km |
| Lal Kalan | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Bijlipur | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Nagra | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Manjali Khurd | South | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madpur
Madpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lal Kalan, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ludhiana to Madpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madpur 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 Madpur
Where is Madpur located?
Madpur village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madpur?
Madpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madpur?
The pincode of Madpur is 141114.
What is the population of Madpur?
Madpur has a total population of 2,186, including 1,132 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Madpur?
There are 443 households in Madpur.
What is the literacy rate in Madpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madpur is 79.09%. Male literacy is 81.54% and female literacy is 76.47%.