Megha Rai

Megha Rai is a village located in Jalalabad tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jalalabad (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Megha Rai Uttar is the gram panchayat of Megha Rai village.

Megha Rai has its own place in the vibrant Firozpur 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 Megha Rai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Megha Rai is 034806. The village spans a total geographical area of 439.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152022. Guru Har Sahai is nearest town to Megha Rai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Megha Rai

Below is a concise population overview of Megha Rai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,569 1,836 1,733
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 480 262 218
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3,365 1,726 1,639
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,865 1,114 751
Illiterate Population 1,704 722 982

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Megha Rai village:

  • The total population of Megha Rai village is around 3,569, including approximately 1,836 males and 1,733 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 480 children aged 0–6 years in Megha Rai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Megha Rai village has 3,365 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Megha Rai village is about 52.26%, with male literacy at 60.68% and female literacy at 43.34%.
  • There are around 634 households in Megha Rai village.

Connectivity of Megha Rai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Megha Rai. As per the 2011 stats, Megha Rai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Megha Rai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Megha Rai

Where is Megha Rai located?
Megha Rai village is situated in Jalalabad Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megha Rai?
The Gram Panchayat of Megha Rai is Megha Rai Uttar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Megha Rai?
The pincode of Megha Rai is 152022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Megha Rai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Megha Rai is 3,569, with 1,836 males and 1,733 females.
How many households are there in Megha Rai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Megha Rai village has a total of 634 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megha Rai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Megha Rai is 52.26%. The male literacy rate is 60.68%, while the female literacy rate is 43.34%.