Meghai Khas - Sagri, Azamgarh
Meghai Khas is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Meghai Khas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghai Khas is 193242. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.62 hectares and falls under the 276124 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Meghai Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meghai Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Meghai Khas village had a total population of 2,173 people, including 1,059 males and 1,114 females, living in 362 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.12%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 66.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 567.
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 | 2,173 | 1,059 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 158 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 567 | 267 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,431 | 784 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 275 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Meghai Khas
Meghai Khas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Netapatti | South-East | 0.49 km |
| Dheluwa Meghai | North-West | 0.79 km |
| Dheluwa Basantpur | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Sokahna Aima | South-West | 0.87 km |
| Jamin Meghai | West | 0.96 km |
| Chak Madhopur | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Lilapatti | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Dadwakpur | East | 1.31 km |
| Jamin Narhan | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Arifpur | South | 1.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meghai Khas
Meghai Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Muhammadabad, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Meghai Khas is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Meghai Khas is about 23 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 Meghai Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghai Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meghai Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghai Khas 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meghai Khas
Where is Meghai Khas located?
Meghai Khas village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghai Khas?
Meghai Khas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghai Khas?
The pincode of Meghai Khas is 276124.
What is the population of Meghai Khas?
Meghai Khas had a total population of 2,173, including 1,059 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Meghai Khas?
Meghai Khas had 362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meghai Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghai Khas was 76.12%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 66.09%.