Mensa

Mensa is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Alur is the gram panchayat of Mensa village.

Mensa has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mensa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mensa is 617912. The village spans a total geographical area of 315.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571235. Arkalgud is nearest town to Mensa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Mensa

Below is a concise population overview of Mensa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 341 163 178
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 7 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 109 53 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 276 144 132
Illiterate Population 65 19 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mensa village:

  • The total population of Mensa village is around 341, including approximately 163 males and 178 females, with a sex ratio of 1092 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Mensa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mensa village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mensa village is about 80.94%, with male literacy at 88.34% and female literacy at 74.16%.
  • There are around 103 households in Mensa village.

Connectivity of Mensa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mensa. As per the 2011 stats, Mensa 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 Mensa

Knowing the nearby villages of Mensa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mensa.

Doddakanagalu Alur Malambi Mullur Nidtha Syandalkote Forest Ankanalli Mylathpura Harohalli Kundalli Kumaralli

Frequently Asked Questions about Mensa

Where is Mensa located?
Mensa village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mensa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mensa is Alur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mensa?
The pincode of Mensa is 571235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mensa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mensa is 341, with 163 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Mensa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mensa village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mensa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mensa is 80.94%. The male literacy rate is 88.34%, while the female literacy rate is 74.16%.