Mednipur - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Mednipur is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mednipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mednipur is 365568. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Mednipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mednipur
According to the 2011 Census, Mednipur village had a total population of 69 people, including 38 males and 31 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.77%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 92.59%.
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 | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Mednipur
Mednipur 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 Mednipur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mednipur.
| 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Mednipur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mednipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mednipur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mednipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mednipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mednipur
Where is Mednipur located?
Mednipur village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mednipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mednipur is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Mednipur?
The pincode of Mednipur is 822113.
What is the population of Mednipur?
Mednipur had a total population of 69, including 38 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Mednipur?
Mednipur had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mednipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mednipur was 96.77%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 92.59%.