Medha - Kadi, Mahesana
Medha is a village situated in the Kadi taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Medha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medha is 509718. The village covers a total geographical area of 661.74 hectares and falls under the 384445 pincode. Kadi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Medha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medha
As per Census 2011, Medha village has a total population of 1,420 people, consisting of 725 males and 695 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,420 | 725 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 610 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 115 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Medha
Medha 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 Medha
Medha 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadi to Medha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Medha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medha
Where is Medha located?
Medha village is located in Kadi Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medha?
Medha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medha?
The pincode of Medha is 384445.
What is the population of Medha?
Medha has a total population of 1,420, including 725 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Medha?
There are 338 households in Medha.
What is the literacy rate in Medha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medha is 74.37%. Male literacy is 84.14% and female literacy is 64.17%.