Mehandi
Mehandi is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Mehandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehandi unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Mehandi’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 Mehandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehandi is 201493. The village spans a total geographical area of 272.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222135. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Mehandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mehandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mehandi
Population of Mehandi
According to the 2011 Census, Mehandi has a total population of about 2,210, with approximately 1,040 males and 1,170 females. The sex ratio is around 1125 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 349 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 327 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.52%, with male literacy at about 67.12% and female literacy near 43.33%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,040 | 1,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 171 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,205 | 698 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,005 | 342 | 663 |
Connectivity of Mehandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehandi. As per the 2011 stats, Mehandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehandi
- Where is Mehandi located?
- Mehandi village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehandi?
- Mehandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehandi?
- The pincode of Mehandi is 222135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehandi is 2,210, with 1,040 males and 1,170 females.
- How many households are there in Mehandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehandi village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehandi is 54.52%. The male literacy rate is 67.12%, while the female literacy rate is 43.33%.