Mehkar
About Mehkar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mehkar village is 599845. Mehkar village is located in Bhalki taluka of Bidar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bhalki (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Bidar. As per 2009 stats, Mehkar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 3215 hectares. Mehkar has a total population of 7,531 peoples, out of which male population is 3,863 while female population is 3,668. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mehkar village is 60.19% out of which 68.37% males and 51.58% females are literate. There are about 1,443 houses in mehkar village. Pincode of mehkar village locality is 585416.
When it comes to administration, Mehkar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mehkar village comes under Bhalki Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bidar Lok Sabha constituency. Bhalki is nearest town to mehkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Mehkar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,531 | 3,863 | 3,668 |
| Literate Population | 4,533 | 2,641 | 1,892 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,998 | 1,222 | 1,776 |
Connectivity of Mehkar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehkar
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehkar
Where is Mehkar located?
Mehkar village is situated in Bhalki Taluka, within the Bidar district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehkar?
Mehkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Mehkar?
The pincode of Mehkar is 585416, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehkar is 7,531, with 3,863 males and 3,668 females.
How many households are there in Mehkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehkar village has a total of 1,443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehkar is 60.19%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 51.58%.