Meghua

Meghua is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from district headquarter Jama. Jama is the sub-district headquarter of Meghua village. As per 2009 stats, Lagla is the gram panchayat of Meghua village.

Meghua has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Meghua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghua is 371800. The village spans a total geographical area of 31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Jama is nearest town to Meghua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Meghua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 391 212 179
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 31 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 391 212 179
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 183 135 48
Illiterate Population 208 77 131

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

  • The total population of Meghua village is around 391, including approximately 212 males and 179 females, with a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Meghua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meghua village has 391 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meghua village is about 46.80%, with male literacy at 63.68% and female literacy at 26.82%.
  • There are around 74 households in Meghua village.

Connectivity of Meghua

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

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

Nearby Villages of Meghua

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

Beludabar Dimjuri Lagla Birajpur Ghanshyampur Bandha Tarbandha Baisa Pharahra Arazi Lagla Kulathar

Frequently Asked Questions about Meghua

Where is Meghua located?
Meghua village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghua?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghua is Lagla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meghua?
The pincode of Meghua is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meghua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghua is 391, with 212 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Meghua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meghua village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghua is 46.80%. The male literacy rate is 63.68%, while the female literacy rate is 26.82%.