Mekara

Mekara is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Baigindih is the gram panchayat of Mekara village.

Mekara has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mekara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mekara is 435753. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496551. Baramkela is nearest town to Mekara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Mekara

Below is a concise population overview of Mekara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 240 128 112
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 12 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 144 75 69
Literate Population 152 95 57
Illiterate Population 88 33 55

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mekara village:

  • The total population of Mekara village is around 240, including approximately 128 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Mekara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mekara village has 144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mekara village is about 63.33%, with male literacy at 74.22% and female literacy at 50.89%.
  • There are around 64 households in Mekara village.

Connectivity of Mekara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mekara. As per the 2011 stats, Mekara 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mekara

Knowing the nearby villages of Mekara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mekara.

Karanpali Baigindih Hedaspali Noonpani Padkidipa Padkipali Bijamal Tekapathar Karpi Mauhapali Pardhiyapali

Frequently Asked Questions about Mekara

Where is Mekara located?
Mekara village is situated in Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mekara is Baigindih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mekara?
The pincode of Mekara is 496551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mekara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mekara is 240, with 128 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Mekara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mekara village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekara is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 74.22%, while the female literacy rate is 50.89%.