Mednipura - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Mednipura is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Gulat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mednipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mednipura is 458270. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.85 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Mednipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mednipura
According to the 2011 Census, Mednipura village had a total population of 778 people, including 432 males and 346 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 801 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.60%, with male literacy at 68.01% and female literacy at 41.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 778 | 432 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 191 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 253 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 179 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Mednipura
Mednipura 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 Mednipura
Mednipura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bijawar to Mednipura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Mednipura is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mednipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mednipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mednipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mednipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mednipura
Where is Mednipura located?
Mednipura village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mednipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mednipura is Gulat.
What is the pincode of Mednipura?
The pincode of Mednipura is 471405.
What is the population of Mednipura?
Mednipura had a total population of 778, including 432 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Mednipura?
Mednipura had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mednipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mednipura was 56.60%. Male literacy was 68.01% and female literacy was 41.81%.