Mendhapur
Mendhapur is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Mendhapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mendhapur unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Mendhapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mendhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mendhapur is 562324. The village spans a total geographical area of 2242 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413307. Pandharpur is nearest town to Mendhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mendhapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mendhapur
Population of Mendhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mendhapur has a total population of about 4,703, with approximately 2,492 males and 2,211 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 587 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.60%, with male literacy at about 71.67% and female literacy near 60.88%. There are around 904 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mendhapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,703 | 2,492 | 2,211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 587 | 341 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,243 | 652 | 591 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,132 | 1,786 | 1,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,571 | 706 | 865 |
Connectivity of Mendhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mendhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Mendhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mendhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mendhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mendhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mendhapur
- Where is Mendhapur located?
- Mendhapur village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mendhapur?
- Mendhapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mendhapur?
- The pincode of Mendhapur is 413307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mendhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mendhapur is 4,703, with 2,492 males and 2,211 females.
- How many households are there in Mendhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mendhapur village has a total of 904 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mendhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mendhapur is 66.60%. The male literacy rate is 71.67%, while the female literacy rate is 60.88%.