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.
Here you can discover what makes Megha Rai unique in its vibrant Jalalabad-Firozpur region. You’ll see Megha Rai’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 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.
Google Map of Megha Rai
Population of Megha Rai
According to the 2011 Census, Megha Rai has a total population of about 3,569, with approximately 1,836 males and 1,733 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 480 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,365 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 52.26%, with male literacy at about 60.68% and female literacy near 43.34%. There are around 634 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Megha Rai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.