Madhabdanga - Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri
Madhabdanga is a village situated in the Maynaguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maynaguri and around 13.8 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Madhabdanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhabdanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhabdanga is 307556. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.9 hectares and falls under the 735224 pincode. Maynaguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madhabdanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhabdanga
As per Census 2011, Madhabdanga village has a total population of 1,423 people, consisting of 737 males and 686 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 835 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhabdanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,423 | 737 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 84 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,290 | 668 | 622 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 478 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 259 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Madhabdanga
Madhabdanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Dangapara | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Uttar Madhabdanga | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Dakshin Madhabdanga | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Uttar Putimari | South | 2.64 km |
| Dakshin Ulladabari | West | 2.65 km |
| Ulladabri | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Dakshin Khagrabari (ct) | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Dakshin Dangapara | South | 3.65 km |
| Barnes | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Uttar Bhuskadanga | East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhabdanga
Madhabdanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Domohani, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maynaguri to Madhabdanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Madhabdanga is about 13.8 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhabdanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhabdanga 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 Madhabdanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhabdanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madhabdanga
Where is Madhabdanga located?
Madhabdanga village is located in Maynaguri Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhabdanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhabdanga is Madhabdanga-i.
What is the pincode of Madhabdanga?
The pincode of Madhabdanga is 735224.
What is the population of Madhabdanga?
Madhabdanga has a total population of 1,423, including 737 males and 686 females.
How many households are there in Madhabdanga?
There are 336 households in Madhabdanga.
What is the literacy rate in Madhabdanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhabdanga is 58.68%. Male literacy is 64.86% and female literacy is 52.04%.