Madara - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Madara is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Madara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madara is 173095. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.88 hectares and falls under the 271845 pincode. Ikauna is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Madara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Madara
As per Census 2011, Madara village has a total population of 1,836 people, consisting of 959 males and 877 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 894 literate and 942 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,836 | 959 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 191 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 385 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 559 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 942 | 400 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Madara
Madara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalitnager | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Mohnipur | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Sonrai | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Bhagavanpur Bankat | North | 2.59 km |
| Balapur | South | 2.98 km |
| Bhaluhiya Dasudhi | East | 3.11 km |
| Parsiya Pandit | West | 3.55 km |
| Madh Nagar Manoharpur | East | 3.56 km |
| Parna | West | 3.85 km |
| Mahadeo Jagdish | North-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madara
Madara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payagpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ikauna to Madara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Madara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madara 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 Madara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madara 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 Madara
Where is Madara located?
Madara village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madara?
Madara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madara?
The pincode of Madara is 271845.
What is the population of Madara?
Madara has a total population of 1,836, including 959 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Madara?
There are 335 households in Madara.
What is the literacy rate in Madara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madara is 48.69%. Male literacy is 58.29% and female literacy is 38.20%.