Mehtot - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Mehtot is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Mehtot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehtot is 038826. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 140111 pincode. Chamkaur Sahib is the nearest town.
Mehtot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehtot
As per Census 2011, Mehtot village has a total population of 1,202 people, consisting of 644 males and 558 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 929 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehtot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,202 | 644 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 80 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 277 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 929 | 511 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 133 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Mehtot
Mehtot 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 Mehtot
Mehtot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Mehtot is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehtot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehtot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehtot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehtot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehtot
Where is Mehtot located?
Mehtot village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehtot?
Mehtot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehtot?
The pincode of Mehtot is 140111.
What is the population of Mehtot?
Mehtot has a total population of 1,202, including 644 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Mehtot?
There are 202 households in Mehtot.
What is the literacy rate in Mehtot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehtot is 77.29%. Male literacy is 79.35% and female literacy is 74.91%.