Mendha ( Wadegaon) - Armori, Gadchiroli
Mendha ( Wadegaon) is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Bhakrondi serves as the Village Panchayat for Mendha ( Wadegaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendha ( Wadegaon) is 538566. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Mendha ( Wadegaon) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mendha ( Wadegaon)
According to the 2011 Census, Mendha ( Wadegaon) village had a total population of 246 people, including 128 males and 118 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.44%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 85 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 43 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Mendha ( Wadegaon)
Mendha ( Wadegaon) 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 Mendha ( Wadegaon)
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mendha ( Wadegaon).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Mendha ( Wadegaon) is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Mendha ( Wadegaon) is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendha ( Wadegaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendha ( Wadegaon) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mendha ( Wadegaon)
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 ( Wadegaon) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mendha ( Wadegaon)
Where is Mendha ( Wadegaon) located?
Mendha ( Wadegaon) village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
The Village Panchayat of Mendha ( Wadegaon) is Bhakrondi.
What is the pincode of Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
The pincode of Mendha ( Wadegaon) is 441217.
What is the population of Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
Mendha ( Wadegaon) had a total population of 246, including 128 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
Mendha ( Wadegaon) had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendha ( Wadegaon) was 64.44%. Male literacy was 72.65% and female literacy was 55.56%.