Mehran - Bagshad, Mandi
Mehran is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 126 km from Mandi. Mehran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehran is 016065. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Mehran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehran
According to the 2011 Census, Mehran village had a total population of 634 people, including 319 males and 315 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.58%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 68.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
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 | 634 | 319 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 40 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 145 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 254 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 65 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Mehran
Mehran 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 Mehran
Mehran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Mehran is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mehran
Where is Mehran located?
Mehran village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehran?
Mehran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehran?
The pincode of Mehran is 175010.
What is the population of Mehran?
Mehran had a total population of 634, including 319 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Mehran?
Mehran had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehran was 79.58%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 68.51%.