Madhuban - Itahar, Uttar Dinajpur
Madhuban is a village situated in the Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Marnai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhuban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhuban is 310292. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.21 hectares and falls under the 733128 pincode.
Madhuban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhuban
As per Census 2011, Madhuban village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 61 males and 46 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 754 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhuban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 45 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Madhuban
Madhuban 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malanchi | West | 0.63 km |
| Kaliganj | South-East | 0.69 km |
| Patinahar | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Gopibati | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Ghritatala | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Halimpur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Tharais | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Bangar | East | 1.87 km |
| Jot Narottam | South | 2.13 km |
| Katabari | South | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhuban
Public transport in the Madhuban is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sripur Halt, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Madhuban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhuban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Madhuban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhuban 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Madhuban
Where is Madhuban located?
Madhuban village is located in Itahar Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhuban?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhuban is Marnai.
What is the pincode of Madhuban?
The pincode of Madhuban is 733128.
What is the population of Madhuban?
Madhuban has a total population of 107, including 61 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Madhuban?
There are 20 households in Madhuban.
What is the literacy rate in Madhuban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhuban is 27.10%. Male literacy is 26.23% and female literacy is 28.26%.