Meghapal
Meghapal is a village located in Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Jujomura (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Meghpal is the gram panchayat of Meghapal village.
Here you can discover what makes Meghapal unique in its vibrant Jujomura-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Meghapal’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 Meghapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghapal is 382132. The village spans a total geographical area of 879 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768112. Sambalpur is nearest town to Meghapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Meghapal
Population of Meghapal
According to the 2011 Census, Meghapal has a total population of about 1,632, with approximately 801 males and 831 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 266 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,220. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.58%, with male literacy at about 64.79% and female literacy near 58.48%. There are around 362 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meghapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,632 | 801 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 141 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,220 | 601 | 619 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 519 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 282 | 345 |
Connectivity of Meghapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghapal. As per the 2011 stats, Meghapal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meghapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghapal
- Where is Meghapal located?
- Meghapal village is situated in Jujomura Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghapal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meghapal is Meghpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meghapal?
- The pincode of Meghapal is 768112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meghapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghapal is 1,632, with 801 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Meghapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghapal village has a total of 362 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghapal is 61.58%. The male literacy rate is 64.79%, while the female literacy rate is 58.48%.