Mediguda - Usur, Bijapur
Mediguda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Jarapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mediguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mediguda is 450969. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.83 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 255 km away.
Mediguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mediguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mediguda village had a total population of 169 people, including 76 males and 93 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,224 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.34%, with male literacy at 16.90% and female literacy at 8.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 76 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 76 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 64 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Mediguda
Mediguda 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 Mediguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mediguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Mediguda is about 255 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Mediguda is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mediguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mediguda 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 Mediguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mediguda 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 Mediguda
Where is Mediguda located?
Mediguda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mediguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mediguda is Jarapalli.
What is the pincode of Mediguda?
The pincode of Mediguda is 494447.
What is the population of Mediguda?
Mediguda had a total population of 169, including 76 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Mediguda?
Mediguda had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mediguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mediguda was 12.34%. Male literacy was 16.90% and female literacy was 8.43%.