Mendhera - Ghagwal, Samba
Mendhera is a village situated in the Ghagwal tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Samba and around 10 km from Samba. Naran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendhera is 006621. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 184141 pincode.
Mendhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendhera
As per Census 2011, Mendhera village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 298 males and 255 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mendhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 298 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 41 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 230 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 68 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Mendhera
Mendhera 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 Mendhera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mendhera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Samba to Mendhera is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendhera 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 Mendhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mendhera
Where is Mendhera located?
Mendhera village is located in Ghagwal Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendhera is Naran.
What is the pincode of Mendhera?
The pincode of Mendhera is 184141.
What is the population of Mendhera?
Mendhera has a total population of 553, including 298 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Mendhera?
There are 117 households in Mendhera.
What is the literacy rate in Mendhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendhera is 72.33%. Male literacy is 77.18% and female literacy is 66.67%.