Mendra - Sonhat, Korea
Mendra is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Sonhat and around 35 km from Baikunthpur. Mendra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendra is 431553. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.72 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mendra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendra
According to the 2011 Census, Mendra village had a total population of 321 people, including 128 males and 193 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,508 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.06%, with male literacy at 67.89% and female literacy at 64.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 321 | 128 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 54 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 74 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 54 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Mendra
Mendra 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 Mendra
Public transport in the Mendra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Baikunthpur to Mendra is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendra 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 Mendra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendra 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 Mendra
Where is Mendra located?
Mendra village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mendra?
Mendra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mendra?
The pincode of Mendra is 497339.
What is the population of Mendra?
Mendra had a total population of 321, including 128 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Mendra?
Mendra had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendra was 66.06%. Male literacy was 67.89% and female literacy was 64.85%.