Meharja
Meharja is a village located in Gogaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Gogaon (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Meharja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meharja unique in its vibrant Gogaon-Khargone region. You’ll see Meharja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meharja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meharja is 477674. The village spans a total geographical area of 1000.61 hectares. Khargone is nearest town to Meharja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
As per 2019 stats, Meharja village comes under Khargone assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Meharja
Population of Meharja
According to the 2011 Census, Meharja has a total population of about 1,085, with approximately 564 males and 521 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 147 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 264 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.10%, with male literacy at about 76.60% and female literacy near 56.81%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meharja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Meharja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meharja. As per the 2011 stats, Meharja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meharja
Knowing the nearby villages of Meharja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meharja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meharja
- Where is Meharja located?
- Meharja village is situated in Gogaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meharja?
- Meharja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Meharja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meharja is 1,085, with 564 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Meharja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meharja village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meharja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meharja is 67.10%. The male literacy rate is 76.60%, while the female literacy rate is 56.81%.