Mehtabgarh (Becharag) - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Mehtabgarh (Becharag) is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Ghungrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehtabgarh (Becharag) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehtabgarh (Becharag) is 033551. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 141204 pincode. Raikot is the nearest town.
Mehtabgarh (Becharag) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehtabgarh (Becharag)
According to the 2011 Census, Mehtabgarh (Becharag) village had a total population of 155 people, including 85 males and 70 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.89%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 61.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 36 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Mehtabgarh (Becharag)
Mehtabgarh (Becharag) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mehtabgarh (Becharag)
Mehtabgarh (Becharag) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mehtabgarh (Becharag).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Mehtabgarh (Becharag) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehtabgarh (Becharag)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehtabgarh (Becharag) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehtabgarh (Becharag)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehtabgarh (Becharag) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mehtabgarh (Becharag)
Where is Mehtabgarh (Becharag) located?
Mehtabgarh (Becharag) village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehtabgarh (Becharag)?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehtabgarh (Becharag) is Ghungrana.
What is the pincode of Mehtabgarh (Becharag)?
The pincode of Mehtabgarh (Becharag) is 141204.
What is the population of Mehtabgarh (Becharag)?
Mehtabgarh (Becharag) had a total population of 155, including 85 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Mehtabgarh (Becharag)?
Mehtabgarh (Becharag) had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehtabgarh (Becharag)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehtabgarh (Becharag) was 65.89%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 61.02%.