Mehdia - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Mehdia is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Ramdih Torani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehdia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehdia is 185088. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.18 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Mehdia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehdia
According to the 2011 Census, Mehdia village had a total population of 256 people, including 126 males and 130 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.21%, with male literacy at 91.26% and female literacy at 73.33%.
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 | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 32 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Mehdia
Mehdia 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 Mehdia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mehdia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mehdia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Mehdia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Mehdia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehdia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehdia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehdia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehdia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mehdia
Where is Mehdia located?
Mehdia village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehdia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehdia is Ramdih Torani.
What is the pincode of Mehdia?
The pincode of Mehdia is 273209.
What is the population of Mehdia?
Mehdia had a total population of 256, including 126 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Mehdia?
Mehdia had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehdia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehdia was 82.21%. Male literacy was 91.26% and female literacy was 73.33%.