Mehrab - Rasra, Ballia
Mehrab is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Narhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehrab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehrab is 198256. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.71 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Mehrab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehrab
According to the 2011 Census, Mehrab village had a total population of 647 people, including 325 males and 322 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.43%, with male literacy at 77.29% and female literacy at 51.76%.
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 | 647 | 325 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 194 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 131 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Mehrab
Mehrab 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 Mehrab
Public transport in the Mehrab is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mehrab.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Mehrab is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Mehrab is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehrab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehrab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehrab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehrab village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mehrab
Where is Mehrab located?
Mehrab village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehrab?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehrab is Narhi.
What is the pincode of Mehrab?
The pincode of Mehrab is 221711.
What is the population of Mehrab?
Mehrab had a total population of 647, including 325 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Mehrab?
Mehrab had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehrab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehrab was 64.43%. Male literacy was 77.29% and female literacy was 51.76%.