Meka
Meka is a village located in Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mathili (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Mecca is the gram panchayat of Meka village.
Meka has its own place in the vibrant Malkangiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Meka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meka is 430458. The village spans a total geographical area of 1615 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764044. Malkangiri is nearest town to Meka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Meka
Below is a concise population overview of Meka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,331 | 1,122 | 1,209 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 241 | 253 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,138 | 1,021 | 1,117 |
Literate Population | 547 | 344 | 203 |
Illiterate Population | 1,784 | 778 | 1,006 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meka village:
- The total population of Meka village is around 2,331, including approximately 1,122 males and 1,209 females, with a sex ratio of 1077 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 494 children aged 0–6 years in Meka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meka village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,138 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meka village is about 23.47%, with male literacy at 30.66% and female literacy at 16.79%.
- There are around 550 households in Meka village.
Connectivity of Meka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meka. As per the 2011 stats, Meka 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meka
Knowing the nearby villages of Meka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meka
- Where is Meka located?
- Meka village is situated in Mathili Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meka is Mecca (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meka?
- The pincode of Meka is 764044, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meka is 2,331, with 1,122 males and 1,209 females.
- How many households are there in Meka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meka village has a total of 550 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meka is 23.47%. The male literacy rate is 30.66%, while the female literacy rate is 16.79%.