Madh - Kolayat, Bikaner
Madh is a village situated in the Kolayat tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolayat and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Madh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madh is 069492. The village covers a total geographical area of 2606.33 hectares and falls under the 334302 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Madh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madh
As per Census 2011, Madh village has a total population of 2,743 people, consisting of 1,469 males and 1,274 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,190 literate and 1,553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,743 | 1,469 | 1,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 291 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,323 | 716 | 607 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 749 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,553 | 720 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Madh
Madh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bandha No.1 | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Kotri | East | 3.10 km |
| Chak Bandha No.2 | West | 4.00 km |
| Chak Mulajman | South | 4.30 km |
| Deh | North | 4.87 km |
| Inda Ka Bala | East | 5.40 km |
| Kishnayat Budhan | North-East | 6.35 km |
| Chak Bandha No.3 | South-West | 6.39 km |
| Chak Dadar | West | 6.54 km |
| Chak Sethia | South | 7.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madh
Madh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kolayat, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bikaner to Madh is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madh 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madh
Where is Madh located?
Madh village is located in Kolayat Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madh?
Madh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madh?
The pincode of Madh is 334302.
What is the population of Madh?
Madh has a total population of 2,743, including 1,469 males and 1,274 females.
How many households are there in Madh?
There are 469 households in Madh.
What is the literacy rate in Madh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madh is 43.38%. Male literacy is 50.99% and female literacy is 34.62%.