Medaram Mal - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Medaram Mal is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 198 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Medaram Mal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medaram Mal is 540061. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 200 km away.
Medaram Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medaram Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Medaram Mal village had a total population of 530 people, including 264 males and 266 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.61%, with male literacy at 62.28% and female literacy at 44.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 530 | 264 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 142 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 122 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Medaram Mal
Medaram Mal 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 Medaram Mal
Public transport in the Medaram Mal is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ballarpur to Medaram Mal is about 200 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Medaram Mal is about 198 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medaram Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medaram Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Medaram Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medaram Mal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Medaram Mal
Where is Medaram Mal located?
Medaram Mal village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Medaram Mal?
Medaram Mal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medaram Mal?
The pincode of Medaram Mal is 442504.
What is the population of Medaram Mal?
Medaram Mal had a total population of 530, including 264 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Medaram Mal?
Medaram Mal had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medaram Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medaram Mal was 53.61%. Male literacy was 62.28% and female literacy was 44.98%.