New Mendal - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
New 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 New Mendal is 275134. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of New Mendal
According to the 2011 Census, New Mendal village had a total population of 426 people, including 222 males and 204 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.69%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 75.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 400.
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 | 426 | 222 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 204 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 153 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 69 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of New Mendal
New 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 New Mendal
Public transport in the New Mendal 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 New 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 New Mendal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Mendal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in New 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 New Mendal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about New Mendal
Where is New Mendal located?
New Mendal village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Mendal?
The pincode of New Mendal is 794004.
What is the population of New Mendal?
New Mendal had a total population of 426, including 222 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in New Mendal?
New Mendal had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Mendal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Mendal was 81.69%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 75.74%.