Mahendrapur - Tankara, Morbi
Mahendrapur is a village situated in the Tankara taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from Tankara and around 57 km from Rajkot. Mahendrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahendrapur is 512718. The village covers a total geographical area of 1179.66 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Morvi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mahendrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tankara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahendrapur
As per Census 2011, Mahendrapur village has a total population of 1,353 people, consisting of 714 males and 639 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 872 literate and 481 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahendrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,353 | 714 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 94 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 505 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 209 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Mahendrapur
Mahendrapur 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 Mahendrapur
Public transport in the Mahendrapur 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 Morvi to Mahendrapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Mahendrapur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahendrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahendrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahendrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahendrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahendrapur
Where is Mahendrapur located?
Mahendrapur village is located in Tankara Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahendrapur?
Mahendrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahendrapur?
The pincode of Mahendrapur is 363641.
What is the population of Mahendrapur?
Mahendrapur has a total population of 1,353, including 714 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Mahendrapur?
There are 261 households in Mahendrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahendrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahendrapur is 64.45%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 57.43%.