Mehra
Mehra is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Mehra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehra unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Mehra’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 Mehra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehra is 058666. The village spans a total geographical area of 737 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136132. Ladwa is nearest town to Mehra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Mehra 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 Ladwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mehra
Population of Mehra
According to the 2011 Census, Mehra has a total population of about 3,341, with approximately 1,756 males and 1,585 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 429 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 738 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.78%, with male literacy at about 72.27% and female literacy near 60.69%. There are around 594 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,341 | 1,756 | 1,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 243 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 387 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,231 | 1,269 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,110 | 487 | 623 |
Connectivity of Mehra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehra. As per the 2011 stats, Mehra 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehra
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehra
- Where is Mehra located?
- Mehra village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehra?
- Mehra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehra?
- The pincode of Mehra is 136132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehra is 3,341, with 1,756 males and 1,585 females.
- How many households are there in Mehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehra village has a total of 594 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehra is 66.78%. The male literacy rate is 72.27%, while the female literacy rate is 60.69%.