Medak
Medak is a village located in Sedam taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Sedam (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Medak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Medak unique in its vibrant Sedam-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Medak’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Medak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Medak is 620570. The village spans a total geographical area of 1931.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585318. Sedam is nearest town to Medak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Medak village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sedam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Medak
Population of Medak
According to the 2011 Census, Medak has a total population of about 2,405, with approximately 1,199 males and 1,206 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 791 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.26%, with male literacy at about 45.95% and female literacy near 26.62%. There are around 461 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Medak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,405 | 1,199 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 170 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 396 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 872 | 551 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,533 | 648 | 885 |
Connectivity of Medak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Medak. As per the 2011 stats, Medak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Medak
Knowing the nearby villages of Medak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Medak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Medak
- Where is Medak located?
- Medak village is situated in Sedam Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Medak?
- Medak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Medak?
- The pincode of Medak is 585318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Medak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Medak is 2,405, with 1,199 males and 1,206 females.
- How many households are there in Medak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Medak village has a total of 461 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Medak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Medak is 36.26%. The male literacy rate is 45.95%, while the female literacy rate is 26.62%.