Mehar Ban
Mehar Ban is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Mehar Ban village. As per 2009 stats, Nav Shehra is the gram panchayat of Mehar Ban village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehar Ban unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Mehar Ban’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 Mehar Ban
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehar Ban is 010385. The village spans a total geographical area of 80 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177114. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Mehar Ban village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehar Ban
Population of Mehar Ban
According to the 2011 Census, Mehar Ban has a total population of about 57, with approximately 26 males and 31 females. The sex ratio is around 1192 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 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 82.46%, with male literacy at about 84.62% and female literacy near 80.65%. There are around 14 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehar Ban's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Connectivity of Mehar Ban
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehar Ban. As per the 2011 stats, Mehar Ban had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehar Ban
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehar Ban helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehar Ban.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehar Ban
- Where is Mehar Ban located?
- Mehar Ban village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehar Ban?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehar Ban is Nav Shehra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehar Ban?
- The pincode of Mehar Ban is 177114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehar Ban as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehar Ban is 57, with 26 males and 31 females.
- How many households are there in Mehar Ban as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehar Ban village has a total of 14 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehar Ban as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehar Ban is 82.46%. The male literacy rate is 84.62%, while the female literacy rate is 80.65%.