Mehadraw - Gola, Gorakhpur
Mehadraw is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Devlapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehadraw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehadraw is 187805. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.53 hectares and falls under the 273408 pincode. Gola is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mehadraw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehadraw
According to the 2011 Census, Mehadraw village had a total population of 581 people, including 280 males and 301 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 67.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 280 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 44 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 207 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 73 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Mehadraw
Mehadraw 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 Mehadraw
Mehadraw is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gola to Mehadraw is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Mehadraw is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehadraw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehadraw village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehadraw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehadraw 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 Mehadraw
Where is Mehadraw located?
Mehadraw village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehadraw?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehadraw is Devlapar.
What is the pincode of Mehadraw?
The pincode of Mehadraw is 273408.
What is the population of Mehadraw?
Mehadraw had a total population of 581, including 280 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Mehadraw?
Mehadraw had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehadraw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehadraw was 77.04%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 67.99%.