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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Medaram Mal village has a total population of 530 people, consisting of 264 males and 266 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medaram Mal are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Medaram Mal?
Medaram Mal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medaram Mal?
The pincode of Medaram Mal is 442504.
What is the population of Medaram Mal?
Medaram Mal has a total population of 530, including 264 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Medaram Mal?
There are 150 households in Medaram Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Medaram Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medaram Mal is 46.23%. Male literacy is 53.79% and female literacy is 38.72%.