Mehlan
Mehlan is a village located in Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sunam (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Model Town Mehla Ii is the gram panchayat of Mehlan village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehlan unique in its vibrant Sunam-Sangrur region. You’ll see Mehlan’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 Mehlan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehlan is 039804. The village spans a total geographical area of 2414.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148001. Sangrur is nearest town to Mehlan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehlan
Population of Mehlan
According to the 2011 Census, Mehlan has a total population of about 7,806, with approximately 4,132 males and 3,674 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 865 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,147 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 56.94%, with male literacy at about 62.85% and female literacy near 50.30%. There are around 1,516 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehlan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,806 | 4,132 | 3,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 865 | 469 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,147 | 1,140 | 1,007 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,445 | 2,597 | 1,848 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,361 | 1,535 | 1,826 |
Connectivity of Mehlan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehlan. As per the 2011 stats, Mehlan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehlan
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehlan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehlan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehlan
- Where is Mehlan located?
- Mehlan village is situated in Sunam Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehlan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehlan is Model Town Mehla Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehlan?
- The pincode of Mehlan is 148001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehlan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehlan is 7,806, with 4,132 males and 3,674 females.
- How many households are there in Mehlan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehlan village has a total of 1,516 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehlan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehlan is 56.94%. The male literacy rate is 62.85%, while the female literacy rate is 50.30%.