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.
Here you can discover what makes Mendarda unique in its vibrant Mendarda-Junagadh region. You’ll see Mendarda’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Mendarda has a total population of about 15,766, with approximately 8,152 males and 7,614 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,574 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,934 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.84%, with male literacy at about 78.39% and female literacy near 68.97%. There are around 3,441 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mendarda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.