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.
New 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 New Mendal
As per Census 2011, New Mendal village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 222 males and 204 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 400 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for New Mendal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 426, including 222 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in New Mendal?
There are 80 households in New Mendal.
What is the literacy rate in New Mendal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Mendal is 65.96%. Male literacy is 68.92% and female literacy is 62.75%.