Mehta - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Mehta is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Mehta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehta is 028980. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Mehta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehta
According to the 2011 Census, Mehta village had a total population of 487 people, including 247 males and 240 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.51%, with male literacy at 69.74% and female literacy at 63.03%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 247 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 159 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 88 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Mehta
Mehta is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhpura | South | 1.34 km |
| Dharmabad | West | 1.56 km |
| Shehzada | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Khanna Chamaran | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Shampura | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Talwandi Hindua | North | 2.66 km |
| Mango Naru | West | 2.74 km |
| Megha | East | 2.82 km |
| Kot Gurbaksh | West | 3.49 km |
| Khodebet | East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehta
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mehta. The nearest railway station is Jaintipura, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Mehta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mehta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mehta
Where is Mehta located?
Mehta village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehta?
Mehta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehta?
The pincode of Mehta is 143604.
What is the population of Mehta?
Mehta had a total population of 487, including 247 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Mehta?
Mehta had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehta was 66.51%. Male literacy was 69.74% and female literacy was 63.03%.