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
According to the 2011 Census, Mehtot village had a total population of 1,202 people, including 644 males and 558 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.34%, with male literacy at 90.60% and female literacy at 81.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 518.
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 | 1,202 | 644 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 80 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 277 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,202, including 644 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Mehtot?
Mehtot had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehtot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehtot was 86.34%. Male literacy was 90.60% and female literacy was 81.64%.