Mendarda - Mendarda, Junagadh
Mendarda is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Mendarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendarda is 514687. The village covers a total geographical area of 1924 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mendarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendarda
As per Census 2011, Mendarda village has a total population of 15,766 people, consisting of 8,152 males and 7,614 females. The village has 3,441 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,641 literate and 4,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,934 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mendarda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Mendarda
Mendarda 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 Mendarda
Mendarda 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 Mendarda is about 29 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 Mendarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mendarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mendarda
Where is Mendarda located?
Mendarda village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendarda?
Mendarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mendarda?
The pincode of Mendarda is 362260.
What is the population of Mendarda?
Mendarda has a total population of 15,766, including 8,152 males and 7,614 females.
How many households are there in Mendarda?
There are 3,441 households in Mendarda.
What is the literacy rate in Mendarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendarda is 73.84%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 68.97%.