Mehanda - Harrai, Chhindwara
Mehanda is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Mehanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehanda is 494165. The village covers a total geographical area of 601.09 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mehanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehanda
According to the 2011 Census, Mehanda village had a total population of 374 people, including 194 males and 180 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.80%, with male literacy at 85.21% and female literacy at 67.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 374 | 194 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 168 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 144 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Mehanda
Mehanda 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 Mehanda
Mehanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Harrai to Mehanda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Mehanda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mehanda
Where is Mehanda located?
Mehanda village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehanda?
Mehanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehanda?
The pincode of Mehanda is 480224.
What is the population of Mehanda?
Mehanda had a total population of 374, including 194 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Mehanda?
Mehanda had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehanda was 76.80%. Male literacy was 85.21% and female literacy was 67.33%.