Madhabpur - Para, Purulia
Madhabpur is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23 km from Para and around 64.8 km from Purulia. Bahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhabpur is 330021. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.77 hectares and falls under the 723155 pincode. Santaldih is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madhabpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhabpur
As per Census 2011, Madhabpur village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 432 males and 380 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 432 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 230 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 260 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 172 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Madhabpur
Madhabpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Madhabpur
Madhabpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santaldih to Madhabpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Madhabpur is about 64.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhabpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhabpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Madhabpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhabpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madhabpur
Where is Madhabpur located?
Madhabpur village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhabpur is Bahara.
What is the pincode of Madhabpur?
The pincode of Madhabpur is 723155.
What is the population of Madhabpur?
Madhabpur has a total population of 812, including 432 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Madhabpur?
There are 138 households in Madhabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Madhabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhabpur is 47.66%. Male literacy is 60.19% and female literacy is 33.42%.