Mendhwan
About Mendhwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mendhwan village is 552230. Mendhwan village is located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Barhanpur is the gram panchayat of Mendhwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 758.13 hectares. Mendhwan has a total population of 802 peoples, out of which male population is 419 while female population is 383. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 914 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mendhwan village is 49.13% out of which 58.00% males and 39.43% females are literate. There are about 124 houses in mendhwan village.
When it comes to administration, Mendhwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mendhwan village comes under Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Palghar Lok Sabha constituency. Palghar is nearest town to mendhwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Mendhwan
The population details of Mendhwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 802 | 419 | 383 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 764 | 396 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 243 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 176 | 232 |
Connectivity of Mendhwan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mendhwan
Where is Mendhwan located?
Mendhwan village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendhwan is Barhanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Mendhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mendhwan is 802, with 419 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Mendhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mendhwan village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendhwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mendhwan is 49.13%. The male literacy rate is 58.00%, while the female literacy rate is 39.43%.