Madhpur - Haringhata, Nadia
Madhpur is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 56.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mollabelia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhpur is 322364. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.84 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Kalyani is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Madhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhpur
As per Census 2011, Madhpur village has a total population of 2,341 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,138 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,656 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,458 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,341 | 1,203 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,458 | 735 | 723 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 933 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 270 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Madhpur
Madhpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kathdanga | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Bamunbaria | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Uttar Datta Para | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Hazra Pota | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Jalkarampur | South | 2.17 km |
| Jalkar Bhomra | East | 2.23 km |
| Kurambelia | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Mitrapur | North | 2.49 km |
| Dasdia | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Sat Simulia | East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhpur
Madhpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Simurali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyani to Madhpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Madhpur is about 56.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Madhpur
Where is Madhpur located?
Madhpur village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhpur is Mollabelia.
What is the pincode of Madhpur?
The pincode of Madhpur is 741257.
What is the population of Madhpur?
Madhpur has a total population of 2,341, including 1,203 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Madhpur?
There are 535 households in Madhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Madhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhpur is 70.74%. Male literacy is 77.56% and female literacy is 63.53%.