Madarsu - Vikas Nagar, Dehradun
Madarsu is a village situated in the Vikas Nagar tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Vikasnagar and around 60 km from Dehradun. Madrsu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madarsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madarsu is 045001. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.05 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Madarsu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madarsu
As per Census 2011, Madarsu village has a total population of 373 people, consisting of 201 males and 172 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madarsu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 201 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | - | 18 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 161 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 40 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Madarsu
Madarsu 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 Madarsu
Madarsu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Madarsu is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Madarsu is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madarsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madarsu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madarsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madarsu 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 Madarsu
Where is Madarsu located?
Madarsu village is located in Vikas Nagar Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madarsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Madarsu is Madrsu.
What is the pincode of Madarsu?
The pincode of Madarsu is 248001.
What is the population of Madarsu?
Madarsu has a total population of 373, including 201 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Madarsu?
There are 59 households in Madarsu.
What is the literacy rate in Madarsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madarsu is 71.31%. Male literacy is 80.10% and female literacy is 61.05%.