Mehas
Mehas is a village located in Nabha tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Nabha (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Patiala. As per 2009 stats, Mehas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehas unique in its vibrant Nabha-Patiala region. You’ll see Mehas’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 Mehas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehas is 036320. The village spans a total geographical area of 790 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147201. Nabha is nearest town to Mehas village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehas
Population of Mehas
According to the 2011 Census, Mehas has a total population of about 2,123, with approximately 1,104 males and 1,019 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 847 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 61.75%, with male literacy at about 64.04% and female literacy near 59.27%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,123 | 1,104 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 160 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 430 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 707 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 397 | 415 |
Connectivity of Mehas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehas. As per the 2011 stats, Mehas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehas
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehas
- Where is Mehas located?
- Mehas village is situated in Nabha Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehas?
- Mehas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehas?
- The pincode of Mehas is 147201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehas is 2,123, with 1,104 males and 1,019 females.
- How many households are there in Mehas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehas village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehas is 61.75%. The male literacy rate is 64.04%, while the female literacy rate is 59.27%.