Mendarda
Mendarda is a Town and Taluka in Junagadh District of Gujarat. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to census 2011 information the sub-district code of Mendarda Block (CD) is 03830. Total area of mendarda taluka is 367 km². Mendarda taluka has a population of 68,531 peoples. Mendarda taluka has a population density of 186.8 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 14,832 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 70.48% population of mendarda taluka is literate, out of which 76.92% males and 63.58% females are literate.
List of Villages in Mendarda Taluka
Mendarda Taluka has a total of 47 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Mendarda Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alidhra | Alidhra | Junagadh (20 km) |
| 2 | Amargadh | Amargadh | Keshod (20 km) |
| 3 | Ambala | Ambala | Junagadh (36 km) |
| 4 | Ambla | Ambla | Junagadh (39 km) |
| 5 | Amrapur | Amrapur | Keshod (26 km) |
| 6 | Arniyala | Arniyala | Keshod (23 km) |
| 7 | Babar Tirath | Babar Tirath | Keshod (26 km) |
| 8 | Barvala | Barvala | Junagadh (38 km) |
| 9 | Chandravadi | Chandravadi | Keshod (23 km) |
| 10 | Chiroda | Chiroda | Junagadh (34 km) |
| 11 | Datrana | Datrana | Junagadh (24 km) |
| 12 | Dedakiyal | Dedakiyal | Keshod (26 km) |
| 13 | Devgadh | Devgadh | Keshod (20 km) |
| 14 | Dhandhawada | Dhandhawada | Keshod (15 km) |
| 15 | Gadakiya | Surajgadh | Keshod (26 km) |
| 16 | Gadhali | Gadhali | Keshod (16 km) |
| 17 | Gundala | Gundala | Keshod (26 km) |
| 18 | Gundiyali | Ranidhar | Keshod (26 km) |
| 19 | Itali | Itali | Junagadh (24 km) |
| 20 | Jambudi Nes | N/A | Junagadh (12 km) |
| 21 | Jhinjhuda | Jhinjhuda | Keshod (26 km) |
| 22 | Kanthala Nes | N/A | Keshod (26 km) |
| 23 | Karsangadh | Surajgadh | Keshod (26 km) |
| 24 | Kenadipur | Kenadipur | Keshod (26 km) |
| 25 | Khadpipli | Khadpipli | Junagadh (12 km) |
| 26 | Khijadiya | Khijadiya | Keshod (26 km) |
| 27 | Khim Padar | Khim Padar | Junagadh (21 km) |
| 28 | Kiloriya Nes | N/A | Keshod (26 km) |
| 29 | Lilva | Lilva | Keshod (26 km) |
| 30 | Malanka | Malanka | Keshod (26 km) |
| 31 | Manpur | Manpur | Keshod (26 km) |
| 32 | Mendarda | Mendarda | Junagadh (29 km) |
| 33 | Mithapur | Mithapur | Junagadh (20 km) |
| 34 | Moti Khodiyar | Moti Khodiyar | Junagadh (25 km) |
| 35 | Nagalpur | Nagalpur | Junagadh (14 km) |
| 36 | Najapur | Najapur | Keshod (26 km) |
| 37 | Nani Khodiyar | Nani Khodiyar | Keshod (5 km) |
| 38 | Nataliya | Nataliya | Keshod (26 km) |
| 39 | Patarama | Patarama | Keshod (26 km) |
| 40 | Rajavad | Rajavad | Keshod (26 km) |
| 41 | Rajesar | Rajesar | Junagadh (28 km) |
| 42 | Ranidhar | Ranidhar | Keshod (26 km) |
| 43 | Samadhiyala | Samadhiyala | Keshod (25 km) |
| 44 | Simasi | Simasi | Keshod (26 km) |
| 45 | Surajgadh | Surajgadh | Keshod (26 km) |
| 46 | Timbi | Dedakiyal | Keshod (26 km) |
| 47 | Vaniya Vav | N/A | Keshod (26 km) |
Population of Mendarda Taluka
The population profile of Mendarda Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Mendarda's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68,531 | 68,531 | N/A |
| Male Population | 35,440 | 35,440 | N/A |
| Female Population | 33,091 | 33,091 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,521 | 6,521 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,513 | 3,513 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,008 | 3,008 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 48,302 | 48,302 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 27,262 | 27,262 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 21,040 | 21,040 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 20,229 | 20,229 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,178 | 8,178 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,051 | 12,051 | N/A |
| Total Households | 14,832 | 14,832 | N/A |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Mendarda Taluka , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 7,479 | 7,479 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 3,843 | 3,843 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 3,636 | 3,636 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 188 | 188 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 99 | 99 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 89 | 89 | N/A |
| Population Density | 187 / km² | 187 / km² | N/A |