Mendara - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Mendara is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jharpalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendara is 383475. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Mendara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mendara
As per Census 2011, Mendara village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 274 males and 264 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mendara are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Mendara
Mendara 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 Mendara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mendara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Mendara is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Mendara is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mendara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mendara
Where is Mendara located?
Mendara village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendara is Jharpalam.
What is the pincode of Mendara?
The pincode of Mendara is 770024.
What is the population of Mendara?
Mendara has a total population of 538, including 274 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Mendara?
There are 140 households in Mendara.
What is the literacy rate in Mendara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendara is 50.19%. Male literacy is 59.85% and female literacy is 40.15%.