Medha - Jawhar, Palghar
Medha is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Jawhar and around 138 km from Thane. Aaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medha is 551856. The village covers a total geographical area of 648 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Medha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medha
As per Census 2011, Medha village has a total population of 1,477 people, consisting of 729 males and 748 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 826 literate and 651 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,476 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,477 | 729 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,476 | 729 | 747 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 475 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 254 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Medha
Medha 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 Medha
Public transport in the Medha 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 Jawhar to Medha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Medha is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Medha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medha
Where is Medha located?
Medha village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medha?
The Gram Panchayat of Medha is Aaina.
What is the pincode of Medha?
The pincode of Medha is 401603.
What is the population of Medha?
Medha has a total population of 1,477, including 729 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Medha?
There are 308 households in Medha.
What is the literacy rate in Medha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medha is 55.92%. Male literacy is 65.16% and female literacy is 46.93%.