Mehsampur
Mehsampur is a village located in Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Nakodar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Mehsampur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehsampur unique in its vibrant Nakodar-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Mehsampur’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 Mehsampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehsampur is 029997. The village spans a total geographical area of 367 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144039. Nakodar is nearest town to Mehsampur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehsampur
Population of Mehsampur
According to the 2011 Census, Mehsampur has a total population of about 1,287, with approximately 654 males and 633 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 696 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 61.77%, with male literacy at about 64.83% and female literacy near 58.61%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehsampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 654 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 350 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 795 | 424 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 230 | 262 |
Connectivity of Mehsampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehsampur. As per the 2011 stats, Mehsampur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehsampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehsampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehsampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehsampur
- Where is Mehsampur located?
- Mehsampur village is situated in Nakodar Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehsampur?
- Mehsampur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehsampur?
- The pincode of Mehsampur is 144039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehsampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehsampur is 1,287, with 654 males and 633 females.
- How many households are there in Mehsampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehsampur village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehsampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehsampur is 61.77%. The male literacy rate is 64.83%, while the female literacy rate is 58.61%.