Mehsian

Mehsian is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pura (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Darsopur is the gram panchayat of Mehsian village.

Mehsian has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Mehsian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehsian is 006027. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181101. R.s.pura is nearest town to Mehsian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mehsian 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 Ranbir singh Pura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu 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 Mehsian

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 490 262 228
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 30 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 474 254 220
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 351 203 148
Illiterate Population 139 59 80

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

  • The total population of Mehsian village is around 490, including approximately 262 males and 228 females, with a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Mehsian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mehsian village has 474 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mehsian village is about 71.63%, with male literacy at 77.48% and female literacy at 64.91%.
  • There are around 96 households in Mehsian village.

Connectivity of Mehsian

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mehsian

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mehsian

Where is Mehsian located?
Mehsian village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehsian?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehsian is Darsopur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehsian?
The pincode of Mehsian is 181101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehsian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehsian is 490, with 262 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Mehsian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehsian village has a total of 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehsian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehsian is 71.63%. The male literacy rate is 77.48%, while the female literacy rate is 64.91%.