Mendara
Mendara is a village located in Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hemgir (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Jharpalam is the gram panchayat of Mendara village.
Here you can discover what makes Mendara unique in its vibrant Hemgir-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Mendara’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 Mendara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mendara is 383475. The village spans a total geographical area of 196 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770024. Sundargarh is nearest town to Mendara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
Google Map of Mendara
Population of Mendara
According to the 2011 Census, Mendara has a total population of about 538, with approximately 274 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 177. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.19%, with male literacy at about 59.85% and female literacy near 40.15%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mendara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 274 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 82 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 164 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 110 | 158 |
Connectivity of Mendara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mendara. As per the 2011 stats, Mendara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mendara
Knowing the nearby villages of Mendara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mendara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mendara
- Where is Mendara located?
- Mendara village is situated in Hemgir Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mendara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mendara is Jharpalam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mendara?
- The pincode of Mendara is 770024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mendara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mendara is 538, with 274 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Mendara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mendara village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mendara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mendara is 50.19%. The male literacy rate is 59.85%, while the female literacy rate is 40.15%.