Megur - Ron, Gadag
Megur is a village situated in the Ron taluka of Gadag district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ron and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gadag. Asuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megur is 601913. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.54 hectares and falls under the 582203 pincode. Ron is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Megur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nargund Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megur
As per Census 2011, Megur village has a total population of 677 people, consisting of 356 males and 321 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 333 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 356 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 181 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 243 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 113 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Megur
Megur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhopalapur | West | 2.18 km |
| Menasigi | North | 2.65 km |
| Karkikatti | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Karamadi | South | 3.26 km |
| Malawad | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Shirol | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Asuti | East | 4.13 km |
| Kallapur | West | 5.57 km |
| Hole Mannur | East | 5.74 km |
| Sulla | North | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megur
Megur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Somankatti, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ron to Megur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadag to Megur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Megur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megur
Where is Megur located?
Megur village is located in Ron Taluka, Gadag district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megur?
The Gram Panchayat of Megur is Asuti.
What is the pincode of Megur?
The pincode of Megur is 582203.
What is the population of Megur?
Megur has a total population of 677, including 356 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Megur?
There are 127 households in Megur.
What is the literacy rate in Megur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megur is 57.75%. Male literacy is 68.26% and female literacy is 46.11%.