Meni
Meni is a village located in Shirala tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Shirala (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Meni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meni unique in its vibrant Shirala-Sangli region. You’ll see Meni’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 Meni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meni is 568242. The village spans a total geographical area of 355 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415405. Karad is nearest town to Meni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meni 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 Shirala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meni
Population of Meni
According to the 2011 Census, Meni has a total population of about 906, with approximately 446 males and 460 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 171 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 66.67%, with male literacy at about 78.92% and female literacy near 54.78%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 906 | 446 | 460 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 52 | 40 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 604 | 352 | 252 |
Illiterate Population | 302 | 94 | 208 |
Connectivity of Meni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meni. As per the 2011 stats, Meni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meni
Knowing the nearby villages of Meni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meni
- Where is Meni located?
- Meni village is situated in Shirala Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meni?
- Meni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meni?
- The pincode of Meni is 415405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meni is 906, with 446 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Meni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meni village has a total of 192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meni is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 78.92%, while the female literacy rate is 54.78%.