Mehda
Mehda is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 162km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Dharampur is the gram panchayat of Mehda village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehda unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Mehda’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 Mehda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehda is 448317. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494776. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Mehda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mehda 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mehda
Population of Mehda
According to the 2011 Census, Mehda has a total population of about 328, with approximately 162 males and 166 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 243. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.48%, with male literacy at about 56.79% and female literacy near 40.36%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 162 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 120 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 92 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 70 | 99 |
Connectivity of Mehda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehda. As per the 2011 stats, Mehda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehda
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehda
- Where is Mehda located?
- Mehda village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehda is Dharampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehda?
- The pincode of Mehda is 494776, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehda is 328, with 162 males and 166 females.
- How many households are there in Mehda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehda village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehda is 48.48%. The male literacy rate is 56.79%, while the female literacy rate is 40.36%.