Meharja - Gogaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Meharja is a village situated in the Gogaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogaon and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Meharja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meharja is 477674. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000.61 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Meharja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Meharja
As per Census 2011, Meharja village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 564 males and 521 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 728 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meharja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 564 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 141 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 432 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 132 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Meharja
Meharja is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Meharja
Meharja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Meharja is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meharja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meharja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meharja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meharja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meharja
Where is Meharja located?
Meharja village is located in Gogaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meharja?
Meharja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meharja?
The pincode of Meharja is 451001.
What is the population of Meharja?
Meharja has a total population of 1,085, including 564 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Meharja?
There are 242 households in Meharja.
What is the literacy rate in Meharja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meharja is 67.10%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 56.81%.