Mendha
Mendha is a village located in Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhandur (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Chaprad is the gram panchayat of Mendha village.
Here you can discover what makes Mendha unique in its vibrant Lakhandur-Bhandara region. You’ll see Mendha’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 Mendha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mendha is 537508. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.67 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Mendha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Mendha
Population of Mendha
According to the 2011 Census, Mendha has a total population of about 1,020, with approximately 540 males and 480 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 191. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.25%, with male literacy at about 75.56% and female literacy near 57.92%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mendha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 540 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 76 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 408 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 132 | 202 |
Connectivity of Mendha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mendha. As per the 2011 stats, Mendha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mendha
Knowing the nearby villages of Mendha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mendha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mendha
- Where is Mendha located?
- Mendha village is situated in Lakhandur Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mendha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mendha is Chaprad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mendha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mendha is 1,020, with 540 males and 480 females.
- How many households are there in Mendha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mendha village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mendha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mendha is 67.25%. The male literacy rate is 75.56%, while the female literacy rate is 57.92%.