Mehla
Mehla is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Mehla village. As per 2009 stats, Simbel is the gram panchayat of Mehla village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehla unique in its vibrant Baijnath-Kangra region. You’ll see Mehla’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 Mehla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehla is 011999. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176088. Palampur is nearest town to Mehla village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehla
Population of Mehla
According to the 2011 Census, Mehla has a total population of about 261, with approximately 110 males and 151 females. The sex ratio is around 1372 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 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 67.05%, with male literacy at about 72.73% and female literacy near 62.91%. There are around 70 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 261 | 110 | 151 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 69 | 84 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 175 | 80 | 95 |
Illiterate Population | 86 | 30 | 56 |
Connectivity of Mehla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehla. As per the 2011 stats, Mehla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehla
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehla
- Where is Mehla located?
- Mehla village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehla is Simbel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehla?
- The pincode of Mehla is 176088, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehla is 261, with 110 males and 151 females.
- How many households are there in Mehla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehla village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehla is 67.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 62.91%.