Madha Ka Tala - Sheo, Barmer
Madha Ka Tala is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Poshal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madha Ka Tala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madha Ka Tala is 086895. The village covers a total geographical area of 1310.4 hectares and falls under the 344701 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Madha Ka Tala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madha Ka Tala
As per Census 2011, Madha Ka Tala village has a total population of 769 people, consisting of 418 males and 351 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madha Ka Tala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 769 | 418 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 222 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 196 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Madha Ka Tala
Madha Ka Tala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kayam Ki Basti | West | 2.83 km |
| Naya Nagarda | North | 3.02 km |
| Neemlanara | South | 3.71 km |
| Motinara | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Pabu Mali | North-East | 4.99 km |
| Nagarda | South | 5.05 km |
| Mokhab Khurd | North | 5.70 km |
| Sajeetara | South-West | 6.80 km |
| Hakim Ki Dhani | West | 8.03 km |
| Chak Mokhab | North-East | 8.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madha Ka Tala
Madha Ka Tala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavas, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Madha Ka Tala is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madha Ka Tala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madha Ka Tala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Madha Ka Tala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madha Ka Tala 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 Madha Ka Tala
Where is Madha Ka Tala located?
Madha Ka Tala village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madha Ka Tala?
The Gram Panchayat of Madha Ka Tala is Poshal.
What is the pincode of Madha Ka Tala?
The pincode of Madha Ka Tala is 344701.
What is the population of Madha Ka Tala?
Madha Ka Tala has a total population of 769, including 418 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Madha Ka Tala?
There are 97 households in Madha Ka Tala.
What is the literacy rate in Madha Ka Tala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madha Ka Tala is 40.57%. Male literacy is 53.11% and female literacy is 25.64%.