Mehskar
About Mehskar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mehskar village is 009111. Mehskar village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Mehskar village. As per 2009 stats, Lahru is the gram panchayat of Mehskar village.
The total geographical area of village is 87.03 hectares. Mehskar has a total population of 130 peoples, out of which male population is 67 while female population is 63. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mehskar village is 74.62% out of which 79.10% males and 69.84% females are literate. There are about 31 houses in mehskar village. Pincode of mehskar village locality is 176021.
When it comes to administration, Mehskar 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, Mehskar village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to mehskar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mehskar
The population details of Mehskar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 14 | 19 |
Connectivity of Mehskar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mehskar
Where is Mehskar located?
Mehskar village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehskar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehskar is Lahru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehskar?
The pincode of Mehskar is 176021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehskar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehskar is 130, with 67 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Mehskar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehskar village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehskar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehskar is 74.62%. The male literacy rate is 79.10%, while the female literacy rate is 69.84%.