Medana
Medana is a village located in Dabugan tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dabugan (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Medana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Medana unique in its vibrant Dabugan-Nabarangapur region. You’ll see Medana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Medana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Medana is 427592. The village spans a total geographical area of 645 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764072. Nabarangapur is nearest town to Medana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Medana
Population of Medana
According to the 2011 Census, Medana has a total population of about 1,938, with approximately 962 males and 976 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 371 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 368 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,015. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.77%, with male literacy at about 41.58% and female literacy near 24.08%. There are around 448 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Medana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,938 | 962 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 184 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 172 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,015 | 503 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 400 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,303 | 562 | 741 |
Connectivity of Medana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Medana. As per the 2011 stats, Medana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Medana
Knowing the nearby villages of Medana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Medana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Medana
- Where is Medana located?
- Medana village is situated in Dabugan Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Medana?
- Medana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Medana?
- The pincode of Medana is 764072, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Medana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Medana is 1,938, with 962 males and 976 females.
- How many households are there in Medana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Medana village has a total of 448 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Medana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Medana is 32.77%. The male literacy rate is 41.58%, while the female literacy rate is 24.08%.