Meghnath - Meherma, Godda
Meghnath is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meherma and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Dhodha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meghnath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghnath is 355823. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Meghnath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Meghnath
According to the 2011 Census, Meghnath village had a total population of 566 people, including 305 males and 261 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 63.23%.
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 | 566 | 305 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 192 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 113 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Meghnath
Meghnath 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 Meghnath
Meghnath is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Meghnath.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Godda to Meghnath is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghnath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghnath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meghnath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghnath 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meghnath
Where is Meghnath located?
Meghnath village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meghnath?
The Gram Panchayat of Meghnath is Dhodha.
What is the pincode of Meghnath?
The pincode of Meghnath is 814160.
What is the population of Meghnath?
Meghnath had a total population of 566, including 305 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Meghnath?
Meghnath had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghnath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghnath was 68.38%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 63.23%.