Madwa - Bhaniyana, Jaisalmer
Madwa is a village situated in the Bhaniyana tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from Pokaran and around 134 km from Jaisalmer. Madwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madwa is 086330. The village covers a total geographical area of 8678 hectares and falls under the 345024 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Madwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madwa
As per Census 2011, Madwa village has a total population of 3,423 people, consisting of 1,793 males and 1,630 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,476 literate and 1,947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,423 | 1,793 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 365 | 379 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 1,008 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,947 | 785 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Madwa
Madwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raisinghpura | South-West | 6.05 km |
| Narsinghpura | East | 6.50 km |
| Kanasar | South | 6.62 km |
| Devalpura | North-West | 7.26 km |
| Barath Ka Gaon | South-East | 7.27 km |
| Baloosingh Ki Dhani | South-East | 7.34 km |
| Phusasar | South-West | 8.62 km |
| Ujla | North-East | 8.72 km |
| Mehtabgarh | North | 8.84 km |
| Ranjeetpura | North-West | 9.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madwa
Madwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pokran, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Madwa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Madwa is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madwa
Where is Madwa located?
Madwa village is located in Bhaniyana Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madwa?
Madwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madwa?
The pincode of Madwa is 345024.
What is the population of Madwa?
Madwa has a total population of 3,423, including 1,793 males and 1,630 females.
How many households are there in Madwa?
There are 551 households in Madwa.
What is the literacy rate in Madwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madwa is 43.12%. Male literacy is 56.22% and female literacy is 28.71%.