Mehta

Mehta is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Mehta village is also a gram panchayat.

Mehta 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 Mehta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehta is 028980. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143604. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Mehta village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mehta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 487 247 240
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 19 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 292 159 133
Illiterate Population 195 88 107

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

  • The total population of Mehta village is around 487, including approximately 247 males and 240 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Mehta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Mehta village is about 59.96%, with male literacy at 64.37% and female literacy at 55.42%.
  • There are around 86 households in Mehta village.

Connectivity of Mehta

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Mehta

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

Gunia Dharamkot Randhawa Rattar Chhattar Megha Shezada Singhpura Shampura Dharamabad Panwan Talwandi Hinduan Dala

Frequently Asked Questions about Mehta

Where is Mehta located?
Mehta village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehta?
Mehta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Mehta?
The pincode of Mehta is 143604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehta is 487, with 247 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Mehta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehta village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehta is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 64.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.42%.