Mekhawaya
Mekhawaya is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Mekhawaya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mekhawaya unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Mekhawaya’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 Mekhawaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mekhawaya is 450583. The village spans a total geographical area of 1486.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Sukma is nearest town to Mekhawaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mekhawaya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mekhawaya
Population of Mekhawaya
According to the 2011 Census, Mekhawaya has a total population of about 1,340, with approximately 632 males and 708 females. The sex ratio is around 1120 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,288. The overall literacy rate is approximately 17.91%, with male literacy at about 29.75% and female literacy near 7.34%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mekhawaya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,340 | 632 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 120 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,288 | 610 | 678 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 188 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,100 | 444 | 656 |
Connectivity of Mekhawaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mekhawaya. As per the 2011 stats, Mekhawaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mekhawaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Mekhawaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mekhawaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mekhawaya
- Where is Mekhawaya located?
- Mekhawaya village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mekhawaya?
- Mekhawaya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mekhawaya?
- The pincode of Mekhawaya is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mekhawaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mekhawaya is 1,340, with 632 males and 708 females.
- How many households are there in Mekhawaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mekhawaya village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mekhawaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekhawaya is 17.91%. The male literacy rate is 29.75%, while the female literacy rate is 7.34%.