Mehthi - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Mehthi is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Chandauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehthi is 219443. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mehthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehthi
As per Census 2011, Mehthi village has a total population of 2,991 people, consisting of 1,563 males and 1,428 females. The village has 768 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 1,169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,991 | 1,563 | 1,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 253 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,037 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,169 | 526 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Mehthi
Mehthi 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 Mehthi
Mehthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Belsand to Mehthi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Mehthi is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehthi 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 Mehthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mehthi
Where is Mehthi located?
Mehthi village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehthi is Chandauli.
What is the pincode of Mehthi?
The pincode of Mehthi is 843316.
What is the population of Mehthi?
Mehthi has a total population of 2,991, including 1,563 males and 1,428 females.
How many households are there in Mehthi?
There are 768 households in Mehthi.
What is the literacy rate in Mehthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehthi is 60.92%. Male literacy is 66.35% and female literacy is 54.97%.