Medha
Medha is a village located in Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargarh (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Medha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Medha unique in its vibrant Dongargarh-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Medha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Medha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Medha is 440696. The village spans a total geographical area of 759.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491445. Dongargarh is nearest town to Medha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Medha
Population of Medha
According to the 2011 Census, Medha has a total population of about 2,609, with approximately 1,273 males and 1,336 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 271 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 782. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.36%, with male literacy at about 69.36% and female literacy near 53.74%. There are around 534 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Medha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,609 | 1,273 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 195 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 120 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 782 | 372 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 1,601 | 883 | 718 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 390 | 618 |
Connectivity of Medha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Medha. As per the 2011 stats, Medha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Medha
Knowing the nearby villages of Medha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Medha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Medha
- Where is Medha located?
- Medha village is situated in Dongargarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Medha?
- Medha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Medha?
- The pincode of Medha is 491445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Medha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Medha is 2,609, with 1,273 males and 1,336 females.
- How many households are there in Medha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Medha village has a total of 534 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Medha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Medha is 61.36%. The male literacy rate is 69.36%, while the female literacy rate is 53.74%.