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.
Here you can discover what makes Mehta unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Mehta’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 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.
Google Map of Mehta
Population of Mehta
According to the 2011 Census, Mehta has a total population of about 487, with approximately 247 males and 240 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.96%, with male literacy at about 64.37% and female literacy near 55.42%. There are around 86 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.