Medha - Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Dadra And Nagar Haveli
Medha is a village situated in the Dadra & Nagar Haveli taluka of Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu. It is located approximately 33 km from Silvassa and around 33 km from Silvassa. Kauncha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medha is 524970. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.83 hectares and falls under the 396230 pincode. Silvassa is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Medha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medha
According to the 2011 Census, Medha village had a total population of 467 people, including 242 males and 225 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.65%, with male literacy at 49.27% and female literacy at 27.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 467.
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 | 467 | 242 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 242 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 101 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 141 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Medha
Medha 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 Medha
Medha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silvassa to Medha is about 33 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 Medha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medha 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 Medha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Medha
Where is Medha located?
Medha village is located in Dadra & Nagar Haveli Taluka, Dadra And Nagar Haveli district, Dadra And Nagar Haveli And Daman And Diu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medha?
The Gram Panchayat of Medha is Kauncha.
What is the pincode of Medha?
The pincode of Medha is 396230.
What is the population of Medha?
Medha had a total population of 467, including 242 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Medha?
Medha had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medha was 38.65%. Male literacy was 49.27% and female literacy was 27.55%.