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 Gram 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)
As per Census 2011, Mendha ( Wadegaon) village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 128 males and 118 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mendha ( Wadegaon) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
The Gram 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) has a total population of 246, including 128 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
There are 52 households in Mendha ( Wadegaon).
What is the literacy rate in Mendha ( Wadegaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendha ( Wadegaon) is 58.94%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 50.85%.