Meu
Meu is a village located in Pamgarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Pamgarh (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Meu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meu unique in its vibrant Pamgarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Meu’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 Meu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meu is 437066. The village spans a total geographical area of 1211.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495554. Rahaud is nearest town to Meu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meu 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 Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meu
Population of Meu
According to the 2011 Census, Meu has a total population of about 4,315, with approximately 2,158 males and 2,157 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 589 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,809 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.54%, with male literacy at about 67.66% and female literacy near 49.42%. There are around 961 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,315 | 2,158 | 2,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 297 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,809 | 888 | 921 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,526 | 1,460 | 1,066 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,789 | 698 | 1,091 |
Connectivity of Meu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meu. As per the 2011 stats, Meu 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meu
Knowing the nearby villages of Meu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meu
- Where is Meu located?
- Meu village is situated in Pamgarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meu?
- Meu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meu?
- The pincode of Meu is 495554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meu is 4,315, with 2,158 males and 2,157 females.
- How many households are there in Meu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meu village has a total of 961 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meu is 58.54%. The male literacy rate is 67.66%, while the female literacy rate is 49.42%.