Meda

Meda is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Meda village is also a gram panchayat.

Meda has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Meda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meda is 029783. The village spans a total geographical area of 184.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144702. Shahkot is nearest town to Meda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Meda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 635 308 327
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 35 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 129 64 65
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 459 232 227
Illiterate Population 176 76 100

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

  • The total population of Meda village is around 635, including approximately 308 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Meda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meda village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meda village is about 72.28%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 69.42%.
  • There are around 111 households in Meda village.

Connectivity of Meda

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Meda

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

Kotli Kamboan Sindhar Heran Mohriwal Lasuri Sajanwal Makhi Nawanpind Donawala Turna Pandori Rajputan Mahmonwal

Frequently Asked Questions about Meda

Where is Meda located?
Meda village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meda?
Meda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Meda?
The pincode of Meda is 144702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meda is 635, with 308 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Meda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meda village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meda is 72.28%. The male literacy rate is 75.32%, while the female literacy rate is 69.42%.