Mendpara - Bhesan, Junagadh
Mendpara is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Mendpara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendpara is 514535. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.78 hectares and falls under the 362030 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mendpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendpara
As per Census 2011, Mendpara village has a total population of 2,224 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,104 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,281 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mendpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,224 | 1,120 | 1,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,281 | 717 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 403 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Mendpara
Mendpara 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 Mendpara
Mendpara 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 Junagadh to Mendpara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mendpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mendpara
Where is Mendpara located?
Mendpara village is located in Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendpara?
Mendpara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mendpara?
The pincode of Mendpara is 362030.
What is the population of Mendpara?
Mendpara has a total population of 2,224, including 1,120 males and 1,104 females.
How many households are there in Mendpara?
There are 407 households in Mendpara.
What is the literacy rate in Mendpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendpara is 57.60%. Male literacy is 64.02% and female literacy is 51.09%.