Mendarda
Mendarda is a village located in Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mendarda (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Mendarda village is also a gram panchayat.
Mendarda has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mendarda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mendarda is 514687. The village spans a total geographical area of 1924 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362260. Junagadh is nearest town to Mendarda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mendarda 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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mendarda
Population of Mendarda
Below is a concise population overview of Mendarda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,766 | 8,152 | 7,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,574 | 845 | 729 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,934 | 1,002 | 932 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 11,641 | 6,390 | 5,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,125 | 1,762 | 2,363 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mendarda village:
- The total population of Mendarda village is around 15,766, including approximately 8,152 males and 7,614 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,574 children aged 0–6 years in Mendarda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mendarda village has 1,934 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mendarda village is about 73.84%, with male literacy at 78.39% and female literacy at 68.97%.
- There are around 3,441 households in Mendarda village.
Connectivity of Mendarda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mendarda. As per the 2011 stats, Mendarda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mendarda
Knowing the nearby villages of Mendarda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mendarda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mendarda
- Where is Mendarda located?
- Mendarda village is situated in Mendarda Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mendarda?
- Mendarda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mendarda?
- The pincode of Mendarda is 362260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mendarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mendarda is 15,766, with 8,152 males and 7,614 females.
- How many households are there in Mendarda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mendarda village has a total of 3,441 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mendarda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mendarda is 73.84%. The male literacy rate is 78.39%, while the female literacy rate is 68.97%.