Meghi

Meghi is a village located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 83km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Meghi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Meghi unique in its vibrant Sangameshwar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Meghi’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 Meghi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghi is 565847. The village spans a total geographical area of 872.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415807. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Meghi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Meghi 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 Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Meghi

According to the 2011 Census, Meghi has a total population of about 985, with approximately 462 males and 523 females. The sex ratio is around 1132 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.05%, with male literacy at about 72.73% and female literacy near 54.49%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meghi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 985 462 523
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 38 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 82 40 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 621 336 285
Illiterate Population 364 126 238

Connectivity of Meghi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghi. As per the 2011 stats, Meghi 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meghi

Knowing the nearby villages of Meghi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Meghi

Where is Meghi located?
Meghi village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghi?
Meghi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Meghi?
The pincode of Meghi is 415807, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meghi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghi is 985, with 462 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Meghi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meghi village has a total of 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghi is 63.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 54.49%.