Madhuban - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Madhuban is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Madhuban village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhuban is 214194. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.89 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Madhuban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhuban
As per Census 2011, Madhuban village has a total population of 313 people, consisting of 158 males and 155 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhuban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 158 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 156 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 67 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 91 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Madhuban
Madhuban 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karach Tola | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Bodara Tola | East | 1.90 km |
| Kharatiya Tola | West | 2.28 km |
| Gaur Singha | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Naudiha | South | 2.73 km |
| Barah Pan | East | 3.51 km |
| Gangahar | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Turridih | North | 3.70 km |
| Murata | West | 4.57 km |
| Randah Tola | East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhuban
Madhuban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonbhadra to Madhuban is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Madhuban is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhuban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhuban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madhuban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhuban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhuban
Where is Madhuban located?
Madhuban village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhuban?
Madhuban is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madhuban?
The pincode of Madhuban is 231212.
What is the population of Madhuban?
Madhuban has a total population of 313, including 158 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Madhuban?
There are 57 households in Madhuban.
What is the literacy rate in Madhuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhuban is 32.27%. Male literacy is 42.41% and female literacy is 21.94%.