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
According to the 2011 Census, Mendhera village had a total population of 553 people, including 298 males and 255 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.63%, with male literacy at 89.49% and female literacy at 72.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 298 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 41 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 553, including 298 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Mendhera?
Mendhera had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendhera was 81.63%. Male literacy was 89.49% and female literacy was 72.96%.