Megur
About Megur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Megur village is 609034. Megur village is located in Koppa taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Koppa (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Guddethota is the gram panchayat of Megur village.
The total geographical area of village is 1797.26 hectares. Megur has a total population of 531 peoples, out of which male population is 276 while female population is 255. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of megur village is 75.33% out of which 78.99% males and 71.37% females are literate. There are about 120 houses in megur village. Pincode of megur village locality is 577118.
When it comes to administration, Megur 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, Megur village comes under Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Koppa is nearest town to megur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Megur
The population details of Megur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 276 | 255 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 351 | 178 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 218 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 58 | 73 |
Connectivity of Megur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Megur
Where is Megur located?
Megur village is situated in Koppa Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megur?
The Gram Panchayat of Megur is Guddethota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Megur?
The pincode of Megur is 577118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Megur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Megur is 531, with 276 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Megur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Megur village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Megur is 75.33%. The male literacy rate is 78.99%, while the female literacy rate is 71.37%.