Meduka - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Meduka is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Gaurella and around 125 km from Bilaspur. Meduka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meduka is 437436. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.83 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Meduka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meduka
As per Census 2011, Meduka village has a total population of 1,697 people, consisting of 828 males and 869 females. The village has 501 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 932 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 791 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meduka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,697 | 828 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 791 | 386 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 932 | 521 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 307 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Meduka
Meduka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandpur | South | 1.87 km |
| Harri | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Barwasan | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Sapni | East | 2.59 km |
| Khanta | East | 2.65 km |
| Lakhanwahi | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Darri | West | 2.79 km |
| Lalpur | South | 3.22 km |
| Bhaskura | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Kotkharra | South-East | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meduka
Meduka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Meduka is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Meduka is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meduka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meduka 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meduka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meduka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meduka
Where is Meduka located?
Meduka village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meduka?
Meduka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meduka?
The pincode of Meduka is 495117.
What is the population of Meduka?
Meduka has a total population of 1,697, including 828 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Meduka?
There are 501 households in Meduka.
What is the literacy rate in Meduka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meduka is 54.92%. Male literacy is 62.92% and female literacy is 47.30%.