Meega
About Meega
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Meega village is 608919. Meega village is located in Sringeri taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sringeri (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Begaru is the gram panchayat of Meega village.
The total geographical area of village is 1149.22 hectares. Meega has a total population of 662 peoples, out of which male population is 324 while female population is 338. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1043 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of meega village is 75.68% out of which 80.86% males and 70.71% females are literate. There are about 177 houses in meega village. Pincode of meega village locality is 577126.
When it comes to administration, Meega 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, Meega village comes under Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Sringeri is nearest town to meega village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Meega
The population details of Meega 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 | 662 | 324 | 338 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 501 | 262 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 62 | 99 |
Connectivity of Meega
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meega
Where is Meega located?
Meega village is situated in Sringeri Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meega?
The Gram Panchayat of Meega is Begaru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meega?
The pincode of Meega is 577126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meega as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meega is 662, with 324 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Meega as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meega village has a total of 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meega as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meega is 75.68%. The male literacy rate is 80.86%, while the female literacy rate is 70.71%.