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.

Mehla has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 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.

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Population of Mehla

Below is a concise population overview of Mehla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehla village:

  • The total population of Mehla village is around 261, including approximately 110 males and 151 females, with a sex ratio of 1372 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Mehla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mehla village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mehla village is about 67.05%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 62.91%.
  • There are around 70 households in Mehla village.

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)
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.

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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%.