Meh (8/5) - Lahul, Lahaul And Spiti
Meh (8/5) is a village situated in the Lahul tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Kyelang. Kolong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meh (8/5) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meh (8/5) is 012356. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.32 hectares and falls under the 175132 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Meh (8/5) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meh (8/5)
According to the 2011 Census, Meh (8/5) village had a total population of 72 people, including 30 males and 42 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 30 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Meh (8/5)
Meh (8/5) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Meh (8/5)
Public transport in the Meh (8/5) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Meh (8/5) is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meh (8/5)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meh (8/5) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meh (8/5)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meh (8/5) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meh (8/5)
Where is Meh (8/5) located?
Meh (8/5) village is located in Lahul Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meh (8/5)?
The Gram Panchayat of Meh (8/5) is Kolong.
What is the pincode of Meh (8/5)?
The pincode of Meh (8/5) is 175132.
What is the population of Meh (8/5)?
Meh (8/5) had a total population of 72, including 30 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Meh (8/5)?
Meh (8/5) had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meh (8/5)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meh (8/5) was 73.85%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 70.27%.