Madapur - English Bazar, Malda
Madapur is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from Malda and around 8.8 km from English Bazar. Kajigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madapur is 313397. The village covers a total geographical area of 742.87 hectares and falls under the 732208 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Englishbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madapur
As per Census 2011, Madapur village has a total population of 7,962 people, consisting of 4,112 males and 3,850 females. The village has 1,703 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,426 literate and 3,536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,962 | 4,112 | 3,850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,165 | 612 | 553 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 254 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,426 | 2,466 | 1,960 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,536 | 1,646 | 1,890 |
Nearby Villages of Madapur
Madapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harishpur | West | 1.91 km |
| Kamalpur | East | 1.95 km |
| Manganpara | North | 2.09 km |
| Naoda Bazar | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Sattari | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Chandipur | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Lakshmipur | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Karmmanigram | South | 2.75 km |
| Mathurapur | West | 2.99 km |
| Azimpur | East | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madapur
Madapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Madapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Madapur is about 8.8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madapur
Where is Madapur located?
Madapur village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madapur is Kajigram.
What is the pincode of Madapur?
The pincode of Madapur is 732208.
What is the population of Madapur?
Madapur has a total population of 7,962, including 4,112 males and 3,850 females.
How many households are there in Madapur?
There are 1,703 households in Madapur.
What is the literacy rate in Madapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madapur is 55.59%. Male literacy is 59.97% and female literacy is 50.91%.