Meshi - Deola, Nashik
Meshi is a village situated in the Deola tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deola and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Meshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meshi is 549952. The village covers a total geographical area of 2081.09 hectares and falls under the 423102 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Meshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meshi
As per Census 2011, Meshi village has a total population of 5,673 people, consisting of 2,964 males and 2,709 females. The village has 1,195 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 755 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,965 literate and 1,708 illiterate residents. Additionally, 703 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 660 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,673 | 2,964 | 2,709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 755 | 396 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 361 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 331 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 3,965 | 2,250 | 1,715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,708 | 714 | 994 |
Nearby Villages of Meshi
Meshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadaktale | West | 2.69 km |
| Deopurpada | North | 3.33 km |
| Phule Nagar | North | 4.47 km |
| Ma. Fulenagar | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Mahalpatane | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Vasol | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Dongargaon | East | 5.38 km |
| Dahiwad | South | 5.49 km |
| Khuntewadi | West | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meshi
Meshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Meshi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Meshi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meshi
Where is Meshi located?
Meshi village is located in Deola Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meshi?
Meshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meshi?
The pincode of Meshi is 423102.
What is the population of Meshi?
Meshi has a total population of 5,673, including 2,964 males and 2,709 females.
How many households are there in Meshi?
There are 1,195 households in Meshi.
What is the literacy rate in Meshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meshi is 69.89%. Male literacy is 75.91% and female literacy is 63.31%.