Meghathar - Imamganj, Gaya
Meghathar is a village situated in the Imamganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Imamganj and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Manjhauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghathar is 255987. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 824206 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Meghathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meghathar
According to the 2011 Census, Meghathar village had a total population of 396 people, including 202 males and 194 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.34%, with male literacy at 71.90% and female literacy at 52.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 396 | 202 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 110 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 92 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Meghathar
Meghathar 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 Meghathar
Meghathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sherghati to Meghathar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Meghathar is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Meghathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Meghathar
Where is Meghathar located?
Meghathar village is located in Imamganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghathar is Manjhauli.
What is the pincode of Meghathar?
The pincode of Meghathar is 824206.
What is the population of Meghathar?
Meghathar had a total population of 396, including 202 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Meghathar?
Meghathar had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghathar was 62.34%. Male literacy was 71.90% and female literacy was 52.90%.