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
As per Census 2011, Mehanda village has a total population of 374 people, consisting of 194 males and 180 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehanda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 374, including 194 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Mehanda?
There are 88 households in Mehanda.
What is the literacy rate in Mehanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehanda is 65.51%. Male literacy is 74.23% and female literacy is 56.11%.