Mehka - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Mehka is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Gotegaon Kheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehka is 490533. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.54 hectares and falls under the 487001 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mehka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehka
As per Census 2011, Mehka village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 55 males and 45 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Mehka
Mehka 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 Mehka
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mehka. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mehka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Mehka is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Mehka is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehka 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 Mehka
Where is Mehka located?
Mehka village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehka?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehka is Gotegaon Kheda.
What is the pincode of Mehka?
The pincode of Mehka is 487001.
What is the population of Mehka?
Mehka has a total population of 100, including 55 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Mehka?
There are 23 households in Mehka.
What is the literacy rate in Mehka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehka is 77.00%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 71.11%.