Meghaulia - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Meghaulia is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Dumra Mohan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghaulia is 236410. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Meghaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Warisnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghaulia
As per Census 2011, Meghaulia village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 258 males and 216 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 189 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghaulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 258 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 181 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 77 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Meghaulia
Meghaulia 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 Meghaulia
Meghaulia 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 Rosera to Meghaulia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Meghaulia is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghaulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meghaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghaulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meghaulia
Where is Meghaulia located?
Meghaulia village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghaulia is Dumra Mohan.
What is the pincode of Meghaulia?
The pincode of Meghaulia is 848117.
What is the population of Meghaulia?
Meghaulia has a total population of 474, including 258 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Meghaulia?
There are 94 households in Meghaulia.
What is the literacy rate in Meghaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghaulia is 60.13%. Male literacy is 70.16% and female literacy is 48.15%.