Madian - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Madian is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 30.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mollarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madian is 316507. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.15 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Madian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madian
As per Census 2011, Madian village has a total population of 2,626 people, consisting of 1,333 males and 1,293 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,692 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 612 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 581 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,626 | 1,333 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 156 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 307 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 280 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 1,692 | 969 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 364 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Madian
Madian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mehedinagar | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Mallarpur | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Ganpur | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Ghagha | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Matmahula | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Rukunpur | East | 2.43 km |
| Gayaspur | South | 2.47 km |
| Anandanagar | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Mahisakura | North | 2.74 km |
| Prachandapur | South-East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madian
Public transport in the Madian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Madian is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Madian is about 30.9 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madian 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madian 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Madian
Where is Madian located?
Madian village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madian?
The Gram Panchayat of Madian is Mollarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Madian?
The pincode of Madian is 731216.
What is the population of Madian?
Madian has a total population of 2,626, including 1,333 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Madian?
There are 580 households in Madian.
What is the literacy rate in Madian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madian is 64.43%. Male literacy is 72.69% and female literacy is 55.92%.