Mekhwin
About Mekhwin
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mekhwin village is 019341. Mekhwin village is located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Mekhwin village. As per 2009 stats, Jangla is the gram panchayat of Mekhwin village.
The total geographical area of village is 72.96 hectares. Mekhwin has a total population of 311 peoples, out of which male population is 151 while female population is 160. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1059 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mekhwin village is 74.28% out of which 74.83% males and 73.75% females are literate. There are about 81 houses in mekhwin village. Pincode of mekhwin village locality is 174034.
When it comes to administration, Mekhwin village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mekhwin village comes under Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Ghumarwin is nearest town to mekhwin village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mekhwin
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 151 | 160 |
| Children (0-6) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 231 | 113 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
Connectivity of Mekhwin
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mekhwin
Where is Mekhwin located?
Mekhwin village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekhwin?
The Gram Panchayat of Mekhwin is Jangla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mekhwin?
The pincode of Mekhwin is 174034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mekhwin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mekhwin is 311, with 151 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Mekhwin as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mekhwin village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekhwin as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekhwin is 74.28%. The male literacy rate is 74.83%, while the female literacy rate is 73.75%.