Mahendraganj Bazar - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Mahendraganj Bazar is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Zikzak and around 82 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahendraganj Bazar is 274001. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Mahendraganj Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahendraganj Bazar
As per Census 2011, Mahendraganj Bazar village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 201 males and 166 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahendraganj Bazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 201 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 15 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 157 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 44 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Mahendraganj Bazar
Mahendraganj Bazar 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 Mahendraganj Bazar
Mahendraganj Bazar 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 Tura to Mahendraganj Bazar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahendraganj Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahendraganj Bazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahendraganj Bazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahendraganj Bazar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mahendraganj Bazar
Where is Mahendraganj Bazar located?
Mahendraganj Bazar village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mahendraganj Bazar?
The pincode of Mahendraganj Bazar is 794106.
What is the population of Mahendraganj Bazar?
Mahendraganj Bazar has a total population of 367, including 201 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Mahendraganj Bazar?
There are 93 households in Mahendraganj Bazar.
What is the literacy rate in Mahendraganj Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahendraganj Bazar is 76.29%. Male literacy is 78.11% and female literacy is 74.10%.