Melgandi - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Melgandi is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bandagoan and around 85 km from Chaibasa. Sinduribera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melgandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melgandi is 377071. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Melgandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melgandi
According to the 2011 Census, Melgandi village had a total population of 186 people, including 95 males and 91 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.40%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 64.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 72 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Melgandi
Melgandi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamaburu | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Gundui | East | 1.78 km |
| Solegundi | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Khanda | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Sindribera | South | 2.14 km |
| Siangkel | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Barjo | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Kita | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Kerabasa | East | 3.42 km |
| Mamail | South-East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melgandi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Melgandi. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Melgandi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melgandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melgandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Melgandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melgandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melgandi
Where is Melgandi located?
Melgandi village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melgandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Melgandi is Sinduribera.
What is the pincode of Melgandi?
The pincode of Melgandi is 833201.
What is the population of Melgandi?
Melgandi had a total population of 186, including 95 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Melgandi?
Melgandi had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melgandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melgandi was 74.40%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 64.63%.