Mehana

Mehana is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Mehana village. As per 2009 stats, Padgeya is the gram panchayat of Mehana village.

Mehana has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mehana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehana is 025285. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171220. Theog is nearest town to Mehana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Mehana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mehana

Below is a concise population overview of Mehana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 332 176 156
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 15 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 148 76 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 253 148 105
Illiterate Population 79 28 51

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehana village:

  • The total population of Mehana village is around 332, including approximately 176 males and 156 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Mehana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mehana village has 148 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mehana village is about 76.20%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 67.31%.
  • There are around 56 households in Mehana village.

Connectivity of Mehana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehana. As per the 2011 stats, Mehana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mehana

Knowing the nearby villages of Mehana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mehana

Where is Mehana located?
Mehana village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehana?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehana is Padgeya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehana?
The pincode of Mehana is 171220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehana is 332, with 176 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Mehana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehana village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehana is 76.20%. The male literacy rate is 84.09%, while the female literacy rate is 67.31%.