Megha

Megha is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Megha village is also a gram panchayat.

Megha has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Megha is 028978. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143604. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Megha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Megha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 511 272 239
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 39 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 316 174 142
Illiterate Population 195 98 97

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

  • The total population of Megha village is around 511, including approximately 272 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Megha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Megha village is about 61.84%, with male literacy at 63.97% and female literacy at 59.41%.
  • There are around 88 households in Megha village.

Connectivity of Megha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Megha. As per the 2011 stats, Megha 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Megha

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

Thetharke Gola Dhola Gunia Dharamkot Randhawa Rattar Chhattar Shezada Mehta Singhpura Shampura Dharamabad Panwan

Frequently Asked Questions about Megha

Where is Megha located?
Megha village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megha?
Megha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Megha?
The pincode of Megha is 143604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Megha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Megha is 511, with 272 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Megha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Megha village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Megha is 61.84%. The male literacy rate is 63.97%, while the female literacy rate is 59.41%.