Mehriaam - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Mehriaam is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Mehariyam serves as the Village Panchayat for Mehriaam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehriaam is 531630. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Mehriaam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehriaam
According to the 2011 Census, Mehriaam village had a total population of 789 people, including 405 males and 384 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.51%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 64.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 658.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 789 | 405 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 658 | 336 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 275 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 130 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Mehriaam
Mehriaam 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 Mehriaam
Public transport in the Mehriaam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Mehriaam is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Mehriaam is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehriaam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehriaam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehriaam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehriaam 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 Mehriaam
Where is Mehriaam located?
Mehriaam village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mehriaam?
The Village Panchayat of Mehriaam is Mehariyam.
What is the pincode of Mehriaam?
The pincode of Mehriaam is 444807.
What is the population of Mehriaam?
Mehriaam had a total population of 789, including 405 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Mehriaam?
Mehriaam had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehriaam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehriaam was 72.51%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 64.94%.