Mekra

Mekra is a village located in Mokameh subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mokameh (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Mekra village is also a gram panchayat.

Mekra has its own place in the vibrant Patna 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 Mekra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mekra is 246570. The village spans a total geographical area of 516 hectares. Mokameh is nearest town to Mekra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Mekra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 12,229 6,553 5,676
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,555 1,358 1,197
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,828 1,004 824
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 3,954 2,433 1,521
Illiterate Population 8,275 4,120 4,155

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

  • The total population of Mekra village is around 12,229, including approximately 6,553 males and 5,676 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,555 children aged 0–6 years in Mekra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mekra village has 1,828 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mekra village is about 32.33%, with male literacy at 37.13% and female literacy at 26.80%.
  • There are around 1,966 households in Mekra village.

Connectivity of Mekra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mekra. As per the 2011 stats, Mekra 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 village

Nearby Villages of Mekra

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

Seonar Barahpur Mor Sultanpur Kanhaipur Dariapur Isharpura Milki Gopalpur Mansinghpur Bhimpatti Dharmangatpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Mekra

Where is Mekra located?
Mekra village is situated in Mokameh Subdivision, within the Patna district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekra?
Mekra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Mekra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mekra is 12,229, with 6,553 males and 5,676 females.
How many households are there in Mekra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mekra village has a total of 1,966 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekra is 32.33%. The male literacy rate is 37.13%, while the female literacy rate is 26.80%.