Meyot - Tikken, Mandi
Meyot is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Mandi. Khalehal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meyot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meyot is 012986. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.89 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Meyot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meyot
As per Census 2011, Meyot village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 142 males and 134 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meyot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 87 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 55 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Meyot
Meyot 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 Meyot
Meyot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Meyot is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meyot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meyot 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meyot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meyot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meyot
Where is Meyot located?
Meyot village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meyot?
The Gram Panchayat of Meyot is Khalehal.
What is the pincode of Meyot?
The pincode of Meyot is 175013.
What is the population of Meyot?
Meyot has a total population of 276, including 142 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Meyot?
There are 53 households in Meyot.
What is the literacy rate in Meyot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meyot is 52.90%. Male literacy is 61.27% and female literacy is 44.03%.