Mentola
Mentola is a village located in Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kotma (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Baihatola is the gram panchayat of Mentola village.
Here you can discover what makes Mentola unique in its vibrant Kotma-Anuppur region. You’ll see Mentola’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 Mentola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mentola is 501778. The village spans a total geographical area of 521.53 hectares. Kotma is nearest town to Mentola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mentola 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 Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mentola
Population of Mentola
According to the 2011 Census, Mentola has a total population of about 464, with approximately 233 males and 231 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 301. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.87%, with male literacy at about 53.22% and female literacy near 26.41%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mentola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 233 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 152 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 124 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 109 | 170 |
Connectivity of Mentola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mentola. As per the 2011 stats, Mentola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Mentola
Knowing the nearby villages of Mentola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mentola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mentola
- Where is Mentola located?
- Mentola village is situated in Kotma Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mentola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mentola is Baihatola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mentola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mentola is 464, with 233 males and 231 females.
- How many households are there in Mentola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mentola village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mentola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mentola is 39.87%. The male literacy rate is 53.22%, while the female literacy rate is 26.41%.