Mekri

Mekri is a village located in Bhatapara tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatapara (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Mekari is the gram panchayat of Mekri village.

Mekri has its own place in the vibrant Raipur 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 Mekri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mekri is 443676. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493118. Bhatapara is nearest town to Mekri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Mekri

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,327 636 691
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 227 113 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 348 171 177
Literate Population 673 401 272
Illiterate Population 654 235 419

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

  • The total population of Mekri village is around 1,327, including approximately 636 males and 691 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 227 children aged 0–6 years in Mekri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mekri village has 348 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mekri village is about 50.72%, with male literacy at 63.05% and female literacy at 39.36%.
  • There are around 207 households in Mekri village.

Connectivity of Mekri

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

Nearby Villages of Mekri

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

Lalpur Oteband Karhi Bamhanidih Rajpur Kesla Bitkuli Khapri Khaira Ramdaiya Lachchhanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Mekri

Where is Mekri located?
Mekri village is situated in Bhatapara Tehsil, within the Raipur 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 493118, 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 1,327, with 636 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Mekri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mekri village has a total of 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekri is 50.72%. The male literacy rate is 63.05%, while the female literacy rate is 39.36%.