Mehasian - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Mehasian is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from R.s.pura and around 20 km from Jammu. Meshian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehasian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehasian is 006027. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.1 hectares and falls under the 181101 pincode. R.s.pura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mehasian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehasian
As per Census 2011, Mehasian village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 262 males and 228 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehasian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 262 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 254 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 203 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 59 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Mehasian
Mehasian 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 Mehasian
Public transport in the Mehasian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mehasian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pura to Mehasian is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mehasian is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehasian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehasian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehasian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehasian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mehasian
Where is Mehasian located?
Mehasian village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehasian?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehasian is Meshian.
What is the pincode of Mehasian?
The pincode of Mehasian is 181101.
What is the population of Mehasian?
Mehasian has a total population of 490, including 262 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Mehasian?
There are 96 households in Mehasian.
What is the literacy rate in Mehasian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehasian is 71.63%. Male literacy is 77.48% and female literacy is 64.91%.