Meghpur
Meghpur is a village located in Patan Veraval taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Veraval (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Meghpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Meghpur has its own place in the vibrant Junagadh 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 Meghpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghpur is 515045. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362265. Veraval is nearest town to Meghpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Meghpur
Population of Meghpur
Below is a concise population overview of Meghpur 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 | 3,006 | 1,535 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 167 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 545 | 278 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,792 | 1,084 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,214 | 451 | 763 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meghpur village:
- The total population of Meghpur village is around 3,006, including approximately 1,535 males and 1,471 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 347 children aged 0–6 years in Meghpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meghpur village has 545 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meghpur village is about 59.61%, with male literacy at 70.62% and female literacy at 48.13%.
- There are around 474 households in Meghpur village.
Connectivity of Meghpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meghpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meghpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghpur
- Where is Meghpur located?
- Meghpur village is situated in Patan Veraval Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghpur?
- Meghpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meghpur?
- The pincode of Meghpur is 362265, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghpur is 3,006, with 1,535 males and 1,471 females.
- How many households are there in Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghpur village has a total of 474 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghpur is 59.61%. The male literacy rate is 70.62%, while the female literacy rate is 48.13%.