Mehgaon - Bhokardan, Jalna
Mehgaon is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Pokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehgaon is 547262. The village covers a total geographical area of 1635.51 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Buldana is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Mehgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehgaon
As per Census 2011, Mehgaon village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 160 males and 166 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 160 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 121 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 39 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Mehgaon
Mehgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadali | West | 3.57 km |
| Dhawada | South | 3.60 km |
| Rawala | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Vizora | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Natvi | South-West | 5.87 km |
| Godri | North | 6.10 km |
| Pokhari | South | 6.11 km |
| Jawala | North-West | 6.18 km |
| Bhorkheda | South-West | 7.11 km |
| Jamthi | North-West | 7.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mehgaon. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Buldana to Mehgaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Mehgaon is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehgaon 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 Mehgaon
Where is Mehgaon located?
Mehgaon village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehgaon is Pokhari.
What is the pincode of Mehgaon?
The pincode of Mehgaon is 431114.
What is the population of Mehgaon?
Mehgaon has a total population of 326, including 160 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Mehgaon?
There are 75 households in Mehgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mehgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehgaon is 63.80%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 52.41%.