Meghapara - Lormi, Mungeli
Meghapara is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Lormi and around 82 km from Bilaspur. Golhapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghapara is 437748. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.97 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Meghapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghapara
As per Census 2011, Meghapara village has a total population of 447 people, consisting of 222 males and 225 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 447 | 222 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 124 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 98 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Meghapara
Meghapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golhapara | North | 0.66 km |
| Chilphi | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Pardeshikapa | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Rangiyapara | East | 1.46 km |
| Ghatholi | North | 1.67 km |
| Kanharpur | East | 2.02 km |
| Sahaspur | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Ghutur Kundi | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Dumrha | South | 2.25 km |
| Khairwar Khurd | North-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghapara
Meghapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.5 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 Lormi to Meghapara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Meghapara is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meghapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meghapara
Where is Meghapara located?
Meghapara village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghapara is Golhapara.
What is the pincode of Meghapara?
The pincode of Meghapara is 495115.
What is the population of Meghapara?
Meghapara has a total population of 447, including 222 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Meghapara?
There are 98 households in Meghapara.
What is the literacy rate in Meghapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghapara is 45.41%. Male literacy is 55.86% and female literacy is 35.11%.