Mehan - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Mehan is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehan is 019701. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 174004 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Mehan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehan
As per Census 2011, Mehan village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 54 males and 61 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 4 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Mehan
Mehan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mehan
Mehan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Mehan is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mehan
Where is Mehan located?
Mehan village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehan is Chandpur.
What is the pincode of Mehan?
The pincode of Mehan is 174004.
What is the population of Mehan?
Mehan has a total population of 115, including 54 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Mehan?
There are 30 households in Mehan.
What is the literacy rate in Mehan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehan is 83.48%. Male literacy is 92.59% and female literacy is 75.41%.