Meghpura
Meghpura is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Changada is the gram panchayat of Meghpura village.
Meghpura has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha 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 Meghpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghpura is 507537. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Dhanera is nearest town to Meghpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meghpura 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 Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meghpura
Population of Meghpura
Below is a concise population overview of Meghpura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,385 | 716 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 135 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 439 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 277 | 412 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meghpura village:
- The total population of Meghpura village is around 1,385, including approximately 716 males and 669 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 251 children aged 0–6 years in Meghpura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meghpura village has 64 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meghpura village is about 50.25%, with male literacy at 61.31% and female literacy at 38.42%.
- There are around 229 households in Meghpura village.
Connectivity of Meghpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghpura. As per the 2011 stats, Meghpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meghpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghpura
- Where is Meghpura located?
- Meghpura village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meghpura is Changada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meghpura?
- The pincode of Meghpura is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meghpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghpura is 1,385, with 716 males and 669 females.
- How many households are there in Meghpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghpura village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghpura is 50.25%. The male literacy rate is 61.31%, while the female literacy rate is 38.42%.