Mendha Village - Pauni, Bhandara
Mendha is a village situated in the Pauni tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pauni and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Mendha (punarvasan) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendha is 537294. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.25 hectares and falls under the 441903 pincode.
Mendha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Mendha
Mendha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wasela | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Pendhari | North | 2.01 km |
| Gose Kh. | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Gose Bk. | West | 2.60 km |
| Malchi | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Akot | East | 3.22 km |
| Pathari(pu) | North | 3.24 km |
| Chichal | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Kurza | South | 3.81 km |
| Nirgudi | East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mendha
Mendha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhiwapur, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhandara to Mendha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mendha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mendha
Where is Mendha located?
Mendha village is located in Pauni Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendha is Mendha (punarvasan).
What is the pincode of Mendha?
The pincode of Mendha is 441903.