Meulikanaspur - Sikanderpur, Ballia
Meulikanaspur is a village situated in the Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikanderpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Meulikanaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meulikanaspur is 198141. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.58 hectares and falls under the 277123 pincode.
Meulikanaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meulikanaspur
As per Census 2011, Meulikanaspur village has a total population of 2,903 people, consisting of 1,434 males and 1,469 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,661 literate and 1,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meulikanaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,903 | 1,434 | 1,469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 204 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 231 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 949 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 485 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Meulikanaspur
Meulikanaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dobhawa | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Sarya Khabaspur | North | 1.27 km |
| Jiganhara | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Bahadurpur Kari | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Jigani M.ratasarh | East | 1.62 km |
| Khabaspur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Raxa Dannia | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Suhawa | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Sona Dih | North | 2.07 km |
| Prithwibandh | South | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meulikanaspur
Meulikanaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chilkahar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ballia to Meulikanaspur is about 25 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 Meulikanaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meulikanaspur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Meulikanaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meulikanaspur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Meulikanaspur
Where is Meulikanaspur located?
Meulikanaspur village is located in Sikanderpur Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meulikanaspur?
Meulikanaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meulikanaspur?
The pincode of Meulikanaspur is 277123.
What is the population of Meulikanaspur?
Meulikanaspur has a total population of 2,903, including 1,434 males and 1,469 females.
How many households are there in Meulikanaspur?
There are 441 households in Meulikanaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Meulikanaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meulikanaspur is 57.22%. Male literacy is 66.18% and female literacy is 48.47%.