Mehwa
Mehwa is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Mehwa village. As per 2009 stats, Mehwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Mehwa 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 Mehwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehwa is 010343. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176028. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Mehwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehwa
Population of Mehwa
Below is a concise population overview of Mehwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 174 | 87 | 87 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 133 | 66 | 67 |
Illiterate Population | 41 | 21 | 20 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehwa village:
- The total population of Mehwa village is around 174, including approximately 87 males and 87 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Mehwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mehwa village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Mehwa village is about 76.44%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 77.01%.
- There are around 40 households in Mehwa village.
Connectivity of Mehwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehwa. As per the 2011 stats, Mehwa 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehwa
- Where is Mehwa located?
- Mehwa village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehwa?
- Mehwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehwa?
- The pincode of Mehwa is 176028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehwa is 174, with 87 males and 87 females.
- How many households are there in Mehwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehwa village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehwa is 76.44%. The male literacy rate is 75.86%, while the female literacy rate is 77.01%.