Mehiyan
Mehiyan is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Mohanpur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Erki is the gram panchayat of Mehiyan village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehiyan unique in its vibrant Mohanpur-Gaya region. You’ll see Mehiyan’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 Mehiyan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehiyan is 257228. The village spans a total geographical area of 109 hectares. Bodhgaya is nearest town to Mehiyan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Mehiyan
Population of Mehiyan
According to the 2011 Census, Mehiyan has a total population of about 720, with approximately 364 males and 356 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 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 48.47%, with male literacy at about 56.59% and female literacy near 40.17%. There are around 111 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehiyan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 364 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 161 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 349 | 206 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 158 | 213 |
Connectivity of Mehiyan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehiyan. As per the 2011 stats, Mehiyan 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Mehiyan
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehiyan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehiyan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehiyan
- Where is Mehiyan located?
- Mehiyan village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehiyan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehiyan is Erki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mehiyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehiyan is 720, with 364 males and 356 females.
- How many households are there in Mehiyan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehiyan village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehiyan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehiyan is 48.47%. The male literacy rate is 56.59%, while the female literacy rate is 40.17%.