Mekh
About Mekh
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mekh village is 490509. Mekh village is located in Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gotegaon (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Mekh village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 929.08 hectares. Mekh has a total population of 2,086 peoples, out of which male population is 1,070 while female population is 1,016. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mekh village is 69.85% out of which 78.22% males and 61.02% females are literate. There are about 498 houses in mekh village.
When it comes to administration, Mekh village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mekh village comes under Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandla Lok Sabha constituency. Gotegaon is nearest town to mekh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Mekh
The population details of Mekh cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,086 | 1,070 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 273 | 130 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 573 | 293 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,457 | 837 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 233 | 396 |
Connectivity of Mekh
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mekh
Where is Mekh located?
Mekh village is situated in Gotegaon Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekh?
Mekh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Mekh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mekh is 2,086, with 1,070 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Mekh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mekh village has a total of 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mekh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mekh is 69.85%. The male literacy rate is 78.22%, while the female literacy rate is 61.02%.