Megha - Pati, Barwani
Megha is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Budi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megha is 478099. The village covers a total geographical area of 786.41 hectares and falls under the 451551 pincode. Barwani is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Megha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megha
As per Census 2011, Megha village has a total population of 1,236 people, consisting of 633 males and 603 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 929 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 633 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 156 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,216 | 620 | 596 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 194 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 929 | 439 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Megha
Megha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muvaswada | South | 2.47 km |
| Atarsanbha | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Budi | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Anjarada | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Tapkala | East | 4.18 km |
| Valan | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Osada | North | 4.46 km |
| Thengcha | South | 4.50 km |
| Dhamariya | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Kadawalya | East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Megha. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwani to Megha is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megha 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 Megha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megha
Where is Megha located?
Megha village is located in Pati Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megha?
The Gram Panchayat of Megha is Budi.
What is the pincode of Megha?
The pincode of Megha is 451551.
What is the population of Megha?
Megha has a total population of 1,236, including 633 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Megha?
There are 202 households in Megha.
What is the literacy rate in Megha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megha is 24.84%. Male literacy is 30.65% and female literacy is 18.74%.