Madhesa - Soraon, Prayagraj
Madhesa is a village situated in the Soraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Soraon and around 20 km from Allahabad. Madhesa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhesa is 160833. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.19 hectares and falls under the 229412 pincode. Soraon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madhesa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phaphamau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Phulpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhesa
According to the 2011 Census, Madhesa village had a total population of 949 people, including 499 males and 450 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.14%, with male literacy at 74.94% and female literacy at 48.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 949 | 499 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 92 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 236 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 305 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 194 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Madhesa
Madhesa 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 Madhesa
Madhesa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Madhesa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Soraon to Madhesa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Madhesa is about 20 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 Madhesa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhesa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madhesa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhesa 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 Madhesa
Where is Madhesa located?
Madhesa village is located in Soraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhesa?
Madhesa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhesa?
The pincode of Madhesa is 229412.
What is the population of Madhesa?
Madhesa had a total population of 949, including 499 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Madhesa?
Madhesa had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhesa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhesa was 62.14%. Male literacy was 74.94% and female literacy was 48.71%.