Megha - Gopabandhunagar, Mayurbhanj
Megha is a village situated in the Gopabandhunagar tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Khunta and around 36 km from Baripada. Ranibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megha is 390909. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Megha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megha
As per Census 2011, Megha village has a total population of 198 people, consisting of 100 males and 98 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 33 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Megha
Megha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Megha
Megha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Megha is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Megha is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megha 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 Megha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Megha
Where is Megha located?
Megha village is located in Gopabandhunagar Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megha?
The Gram Panchayat of Megha is Ranibandha.
What is the pincode of Megha?
The pincode of Megha is 757019.
What is the population of Megha?
Megha has a total population of 198, including 100 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Megha?
There are 55 households in Megha.
What is the literacy rate in Megha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megha is 60.61%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 54.08%.