Madewas - Sunam, Sangrur
Madewas is a village situated in the Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunam and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Medewass serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madewas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madewas is 039870. The village covers a total geographical area of 503 hectares and falls under the 148030 pincode. Sunam is the nearest town.
Madewas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sunam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madewas
According to the 2011 Census, Madewas village had a total population of 1,623 people, including 862 males and 761 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.83%, with male literacy at 65.28% and female literacy at 55.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432.
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 | 1,623 | 862 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 232 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 504 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 358 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Madewas
Madewas 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 Madewas
Madewas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Madewas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Madewas is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madewas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madewas 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 Madewas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madewas 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 Madewas
Where is Madewas located?
Madewas village is located in Sunam Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madewas?
The Gram Panchayat of Madewas is Medewass.
What is the pincode of Madewas?
The pincode of Madewas is 148030.
What is the population of Madewas?
Madewas had a total population of 1,623, including 862 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Madewas?
Madewas had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madewas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madewas was 60.83%. Male literacy was 65.28% and female literacy was 55.69%.