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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Mehasian village had a total population of 490 people, including 262 males and 228 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.14%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 71.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 474.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 262 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 254 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Mehasian?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mehasian is Meshian.
What is the pincode of Mehasian?
The pincode of Mehasian is 181101.
What is the population of Mehasian?
Mehasian had a total population of 490, including 262 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Mehasian?
Mehasian had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehasian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehasian was 80.14%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 71.84%.