Mehara - Gola, Gorakhpur
Mehara is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Shivpur2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehara is 187816. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.68 hectares and falls under the 273408 pincode.
Mehara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehara
As per Census 2011, Mehara village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 318 males and 328 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 318 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 243 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 75 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Mehara
Mehara 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 Mehara
Mehara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Mehara is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mehara
Where is Mehara located?
Mehara village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehara is Shivpur2.
What is the pincode of Mehara?
The pincode of Mehara is 273408.
What is the population of Mehara?
Mehara has a total population of 646, including 318 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Mehara?
There are 78 households in Mehara.
What is the literacy rate in Mehara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehara is 68.42%. Male literacy is 76.42% and female literacy is 60.67%.