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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehara
According to the 2011 Census, Mehara village had a total population of 646 people, including 318 males and 328 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.82%, with male literacy at 88.69% and female literacy at 67.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
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 | 646 | 318 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 646, including 318 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Mehara?
Mehara had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehara was 77.82%. Male literacy was 88.69% and female literacy was 67.69%.