Lower Mendal - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
Lower Mendal is a village situated in the Bajengdoba subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 70 km from Songsak and around 100 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Mendal is 275135. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
Lower Mendal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lower Mendal
As per Census 2011, Lower Mendal village has a total population of 194 people, consisting of 83 males and 111 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,337 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Mendal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 194 | 83 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 83 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 56 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 27 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Mendal
Lower Mendal 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 Lower Mendal
Lower Mendal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Lower Mendal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Mendal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Mendal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lower Mendal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lower Mendal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Mendal
Where is Lower Mendal located?
Lower Mendal village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Lower Mendal?
The pincode of Lower Mendal is 794004.
What is the population of Lower Mendal?
Lower Mendal has a total population of 194, including 83 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Lower Mendal?
There are 35 households in Lower Mendal.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Mendal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Mendal is 63.40%. Male literacy is 67.47% and female literacy is 60.36%.