Meen - Ghatiya, Ujjain
Meen is a village situated in the Ghatiya tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Meen village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meen is 471573. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.32 hectares and falls under the 456550 pincode. Ujjain is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Meen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meen
As per Census 2011, Meen village has a total population of 1,194 people, consisting of 608 males and 586 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 644 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,194 | 608 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 200 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 426 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 182 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Meen
Meen 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawakheda (sutarkheda) | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Melaniya | North | 2.40 km |
| Bhilkheda | West | 2.83 km |
| Ranaheda | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Tajpur | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Kishanpura | West | 3.97 km |
| Tulaheda | East | 4.57 km |
| Hingoniya | North-West | 4.85 km |
| Motipura | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Ranipura | North-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meen
Meen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gambhir Br, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ujjain to Meen is about 26 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 Meen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meen
Where is Meen located?
Meen village is located in Ghatiya Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meen?
Meen is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meen?
The pincode of Meen is 456550.
What is the population of Meen?
Meen has a total population of 1,194, including 608 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Meen?
There are 230 households in Meen.
What is the literacy rate in Meen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meen is 53.94%. Male literacy is 70.07% and female literacy is 37.20%.