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.
Here you can discover what makes Meghpura unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Meghpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Meghpura has a total population of about 1,385, with approximately 716 males and 669 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 64 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.25%, with male literacy at about 61.31% and female literacy near 38.42%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meghpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.