Meekey
Meekey is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Meekey village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meekey unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Meekey’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 Meekey
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meekey is 028596. The village spans a total geographical area of 218 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143514. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Meekey village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Meekey
Population of Meekey
According to the 2011 Census, Meekey has a total population of about 1,285, with approximately 690 males and 595 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 282 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 66.46%, with male literacy at about 70.00% and female literacy near 62.35%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meekey's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 690 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 64 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 149 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 854 | 483 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 207 | 224 |
Connectivity of Meekey
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meekey. As per the 2011 stats, Meekey had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meekey
Knowing the nearby villages of Meekey helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meekey.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meekey
- Where is Meekey located?
- Meekey village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meekey?
- Meekey serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meekey?
- The pincode of Meekey is 143514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meekey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meekey is 1,285, with 690 males and 595 females.
- How many households are there in Meekey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meekey village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meekey as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meekey is 66.46%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 62.35%.