Mehamooda - Basoda, Vidisha
Mehamooda is a village situated in the Basoda tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basoda and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Mehmuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehamooda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehamooda is 481139. The village covers a total geographical area of 564 hectares and falls under the 464221 pincode. Basoda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mehamooda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurwai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehamooda
As per Census 2011, Mehamooda village has a total population of 1,345 people, consisting of 724 males and 621 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehamooda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,345 | 724 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 132 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 209 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 131 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 404 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 320 | 367 |
Nearby Villages of Mehamooda
Mehamooda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uhar | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Atas | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Barri Basoda | East | 2.69 km |
| Jamanpur | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Umariya | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Sakrai | South | 3.59 km |
| Unarsital | North | 3.63 km |
| Raikhedi | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Malakpur | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Karaiya Jagir | East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehamooda
Mehamooda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rao Khedi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basoda to Mehamooda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Mehamooda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehamooda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehamooda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehamooda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehamooda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mehamooda
Where is Mehamooda located?
Mehamooda village is located in Basoda Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehamooda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehamooda is Mehmuda.
What is the pincode of Mehamooda?
The pincode of Mehamooda is 464221.
What is the population of Mehamooda?
Mehamooda has a total population of 1,345, including 724 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Mehamooda?
There are 265 households in Mehamooda.
What is the literacy rate in Mehamooda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehamooda is 48.92%. Male literacy is 55.80% and female literacy is 40.90%.