Madhail - Gazole, Malda
Madhail is a village situated in the Gazole subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.3 km from Gazole and around 46.2 km from English Bazar. Babupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhail is 312693. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.21 hectares and falls under the 732124 pincode. Old Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madhail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhail
As per Census 2011, Madhail village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 479 males and 489 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 553 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 576 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 479 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 160 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 278 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 239 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 240 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Madhail
Madhail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajnagar | East | 1.04 km |
| Ustor | South | 1.17 km |
| Milikpur | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Jashail | West | 1.26 km |
| Babupur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Bardanga | South | 1.89 km |
| Jharsabail | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Baje Jharsabail | East | 2.09 km |
| Purbba Kasba | South | 2.12 km |
| Kastor | North-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhail
Madhail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Deotala, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Old Malda to Madhail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Madhail is about 46.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Madhail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhail
Where is Madhail located?
Madhail village is located in Gazole Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhail?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhail is Babupur.
What is the pincode of Madhail?
The pincode of Madhail is 732124.
What is the population of Madhail?
Madhail has a total population of 968, including 479 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Madhail?
There are 201 households in Madhail.
What is the literacy rate in Madhail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhail is 42.87%. Male literacy is 49.90% and female literacy is 35.99%.