Mehrka
About Mehrka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mehrka village is 008283. Mehrka village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Mehrka village. As per 2009 stats, Mamu Gurchal is the gram panchayat of Mehrka village.
The total geographical area of village is 83.18 hectares. Mehrka has a total population of 588 peoples, out of which male population is 305 while female population is 283. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mehrka village is 75.85% out of which 79.67% males and 71.73% females are literate. There are about 128 houses in mehrka village. Pincode of mehrka village locality is 176203.
When it comes to administration, Mehrka 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, Mehrka village comes under Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to mehrka village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mehrka
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 305 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 243 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 62 | 80 |
Connectivity of Mehrka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mehrka
Where is Mehrka located?
Mehrka village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehrka?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehrka is Mamu Gurchal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehrka?
The pincode of Mehrka is 176203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehrka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehrka is 588, with 305 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Mehrka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehrka village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehrka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehrka is 75.85%. The male literacy rate is 79.67%, while the female literacy rate is 71.73%.