Mehendigachh

Mehendigachh is a village located in Rajganj subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Rajganj (tehsildar office) and 30.2km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Majhiali is the gram panchayat of Mehendigachh village.

Mehendigachh has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mehendigachh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehendigachh is 306861. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735134. Sliguri is nearest town to Mehendigachh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mehendigachh 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 Rajganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mehendigachh

Below is a concise population overview of Mehendigachh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,891 1,451 1,440
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 360 184 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,289 647 642
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 404 187 217
Literate Population 1,867 1,016 851
Illiterate Population 1,024 435 589

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehendigachh village:

  • The total population of Mehendigachh village is around 2,891, including approximately 1,451 males and 1,440 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 360 children aged 0–6 years in Mehendigachh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mehendigachh village has 1,289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 404 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mehendigachh village is about 64.58%, with male literacy at 70.02% and female literacy at 59.10%.
  • There are around 581 households in Mehendigachh village.

Connectivity of Mehendigachh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehendigachh. As per the 2011 stats, Mehendigachh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mehendigachh

Knowing the nearby villages of Mehendigachh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehendigachh.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mehendigachh

Where is Mehendigachh located?
Mehendigachh village is situated in Rajganj Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehendigachh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehendigachh is Majhiali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehendigachh?
The pincode of Mehendigachh is 735134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehendigachh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehendigachh is 2,891, with 1,451 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Mehendigachh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehendigachh village has a total of 581 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehendigachh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehendigachh is 64.58%. The male literacy rate is 70.02%, while the female literacy rate is 59.10%.