Mekri
About Mekri
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mekri village is 437051. Mekri village is located in Pamgarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pamgarh (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Mekari is the gram panchayat of Mekri village.
The total geographical area of village is 302.98 hectares. Mekri has a total population of 1,188 peoples, out of which male population is 587 while female population is 601. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1023 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mekri village is 57.91% out of which 68.31% males and 47.75% females are literate. There are about 303 houses in mekri village. Pincode of mekri village locality is 495660.
When it comes to administration, Mekri village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mekri village comes under Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Rahaud is nearest town to mekri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Mekri
The population details of Mekri cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,188 | 587 | 601 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 198 | 108 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 479 | 233 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 401 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 186 | 314 |
Connectivity of Mekri
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mekri
Where is Mekri located?
Mekri village is situated in Pamgarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekri?
The Gram Panchayat of Mekri is Mekari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mekri?
The pincode of Mekri is 495660, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mekri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mekri is 1,188, with 587 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Mekri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mekri village has a total of 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekri is 57.91%. The male literacy rate is 68.31%, while the female literacy rate is 47.75%.