Meu - Pamgarh, Janjgir-Champa
Meu is a village situated in the Pamgarh tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Pamgarh and around 44 km from Janjgir. Meu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meu is 437066. The village covers a total geographical area of 1211.3 hectares and falls under the 495554 pincode. Rahaud is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Meu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meu
As per Census 2011, Meu village has a total population of 4,315 people, consisting of 2,158 males and 2,157 females. The village has 961 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 589 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,526 literate and 1,789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,809 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meu are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Meu
Meu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Cheudih | North | 2.33 km |
| Mehandi | East | 2.77 km |
| Mahka | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Rasonta | South | 3.50 km |
| Donga Kohraud | West | 3.67 km |
| Bargaon | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Pamgarh | North | 4.15 km |
| Mekri | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Pakariya | South | 4.54 km |
| Pandari | North-East | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meu
Meu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kapan, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahaud to Meu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Meu is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meu
Where is Meu located?
Meu village is located in Pamgarh Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meu?
Meu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meu?
The pincode of Meu is 495554.
What is the population of Meu?
Meu has a total population of 4,315, including 2,158 males and 2,157 females.
How many households are there in Meu?
There are 961 households in Meu.
What is the literacy rate in Meu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meu is 58.54%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 49.42%.