Meghpur
Meghpur is a village located in Nangal tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Nangal (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Meghpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meghpur unique in its vibrant Nangal-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Meghpur’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 Meghpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghpur is 038568. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140114. Nangal is nearest town to Meghpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Meghpur
Population of Meghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meghpur has a total population of about 1,418, with approximately 746 males and 672 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 382 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 73.98%, with male literacy at about 76.94% and female literacy near 70.68%. There are around 279 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meghpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,418 | 746 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 114 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 382 | 210 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 574 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 172 | 197 |
Connectivity of Meghpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meghpur 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 Meghpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghpur
- Where is Meghpur located?
- Meghpur village is situated in Nangal Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghpur?
- Meghpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meghpur?
- The pincode of Meghpur is 140114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghpur is 1,418, with 746 males and 672 females.
- How many households are there in Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghpur village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghpur is 73.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.94%, while the female literacy rate is 70.68%.