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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Medha village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 729 males and 748 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.19%, with male literacy at 76.24% and female literacy at 54.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,476.
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 | 1,477 | 729 | 748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 106 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Medha?
The Village Panchayat of Medha is Aaina.
What is the pincode of Medha?
The pincode of Medha is 401603.
What is the population of Medha?
Medha had a total population of 1,477, including 729 males and 748 females.
How many households are there in Medha?
Medha had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medha was 65.19%. Male literacy was 76.24% and female literacy was 54.50%.