Mehanda
Mehanda is a village located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Mehanda village. As per 2009 stats, Menhada is the gram panchayat of Mehanda village.
Mehanda has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mehanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehanda is 436581. The village spans a total geographical area of 537.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495668. Naila-janjgir is nearest town to Mehanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mehanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Mehanda
Below is a concise population overview of Mehanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,991 | 987 | 1,004 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 149 | 155 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 215 | 216 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Literate Population | 1,192 | 706 | 486 |
Illiterate Population | 799 | 281 | 518 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehanda village:
- The total population of Mehanda village is around 1,991, including approximately 987 males and 1,004 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 304 children aged 0–6 years in Mehanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mehanda village has 431 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mehanda village is about 59.87%, with male literacy at 71.53% and female literacy at 48.41%.
- There are around 398 households in Mehanda village.
Connectivity of Mehanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehanda. As per the 2011 stats, Mehanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehanda
- Where is Mehanda located?
- Mehanda village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehanda is Menhada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehanda?
- The pincode of Mehanda is 495668, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehanda is 1,991, with 987 males and 1,004 females.
- How many households are there in Mehanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehanda village has a total of 398 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehanda is 59.87%. The male literacy rate is 71.53%, while the female literacy rate is 48.41%.