Meej - Pampore, Pulwama
Meej is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Meej village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meej is 002965. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.74 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Meej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meej
According to the 2011 Census, Meej village had a total population of 1,759 people, including 917 males and 842 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.50%, with male literacy at 70.64% and female literacy at 49.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 1,759 | 917 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 171 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 527 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 390 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Meej
Meej 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 Meej
Meej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Meej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pampore to Meej is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Meej is about 18 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 Meej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Meej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Meej
Where is Meej located?
Meej village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Meej?
Meej is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meej?
The pincode of Meej is 192121.
What is the population of Meej?
Meej had a total population of 1,759, including 917 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Meej?
Meej had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meej was 60.50%. Male literacy was 70.64% and female literacy was 49.72%.