Peth Mekehama
Peth Mekehama is a village located in Beerwah tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Beerwah (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Pethmakhama is the gram panchayat of Peth Mekehama village.
Here you can discover what makes Peth Mekehama unique in its vibrant Beerwah-Badgam region. You’ll see Peth Mekehama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Peth Mekehama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Peth Mekehama is 000451. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.2 hectares. Magam is nearest town to Peth Mekehama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Peth Mekehama
Population of Peth Mekehama
According to the 2011 Census, Peth Mekehama has a total population of about 4,646, with approximately 2,372 males and 2,274 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 995 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.31%, with male literacy at about 51.22% and female literacy near 39.14%. There are around 621 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Peth Mekehama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,646 | 2,372 | 2,274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 995 | 521 | 474 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,105 | 1,215 | 890 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,541 | 1,157 | 1,384 |
Connectivity of Peth Mekehama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Peth Mekehama. As per the 2011 stats, Peth Mekehama 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Peth Mekehama
Knowing the nearby villages of Peth Mekehama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Peth Mekehama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Peth Mekehama
- Where is Peth Mekehama located?
- Peth Mekehama village is situated in Beerwah Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Peth Mekehama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Peth Mekehama is Pethmakhama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Peth Mekehama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Peth Mekehama is 4,646, with 2,372 males and 2,274 females.
- How many households are there in Peth Mekehama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Peth Mekehama village has a total of 621 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Peth Mekehama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Peth Mekehama is 45.31%. The male literacy rate is 51.22%, while the female literacy rate is 39.14%.