Mehu
Mehu is a village located in Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Parola (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Mehu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehu unique in its vibrant Parola-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Mehu’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 Mehu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehu is 527629. The village spans a total geographical area of 497.36 hectares. Parola is nearest town to Mehu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mehu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mehu
Population of Mehu
According to the 2011 Census, Mehu has a total population of about 1,067, with approximately 544 males and 523 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.95%, with male literacy at about 75.74% and female literacy near 59.85%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,067 | 544 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 89 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 412 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 132 | 210 |
Connectivity of Mehu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehu. As per the 2011 stats, Mehu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehu
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehu
- Where is Mehu located?
- Mehu village is situated in Parola Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehu?
- Mehu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mehu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehu is 1,067, with 544 males and 523 females.
- How many households are there in Mehu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehu village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehu is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 75.74%, while the female literacy rate is 59.85%.