Mepo - Tezu Hq, Lohit
Mepo is a village situated in the Tezu Hq circle of Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Tezu and around 13 km from Tezu. New Danglat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mepo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mepo is 266383. The village falls under the 792001 pincode. Tezu is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mepo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mepo
According to the 2011 Census, Mepo village had a total population of 390 people, including 204 males and 186 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.38%, with male literacy at 75.30% and female literacy at 42.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 390 | 204 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 125 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 79 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Mepo
Mepo 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 Mepo
Mepo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Tezu to Mepo is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mepo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mepo 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mepo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mepo 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mepo
Where is Mepo located?
Mepo village is located in Tezu Hq Circle, Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mepo?
The Gram Panchayat of Mepo is New Danglat.
What is the pincode of Mepo?
The pincode of Mepo is 792001.
What is the population of Mepo?
Mepo had a total population of 390, including 204 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Mepo?
Mepo had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mepo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mepo was 59.38%. Male literacy was 75.30% and female literacy was 42.21%.