Madunia - Indpur, Bankura
Madunia is a village situated in the Indpur subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Brajarajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madunia is 326809. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.13 hectares and falls under the 722121 pincode. Bankura is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Madunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Taldangra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bankura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madunia
According to the 2011 Census, Madunia village had a total population of 1,446 people, including 755 males and 691 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.78%, with male literacy at 80.69% and female literacy at 57.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 863, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,446 | 755 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 441 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 539 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 216 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Madunia
Madunia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathrator | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Gunnath | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Tentulia | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Gangpur | North | 1.48 km |
| Khapkata | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Kurpa | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Khirpai | East | 1.94 km |
| Salgerya | North | 2.02 km |
| Marlu | North | 2.14 km |
| Matranga | North-West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madunia
Madunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bankura, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bankura to Madunia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Madunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madunia
Where is Madunia located?
Madunia village is located in Indpur Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Madunia is Brajarajpur.
What is the pincode of Madunia?
The pincode of Madunia is 722121.
What is the population of Madunia?
Madunia had a total population of 1,446, including 755 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Madunia?
Madunia had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madunia was 69.78%. Male literacy was 80.69% and female literacy was 57.76%.