Meja
Meja is a village located in Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mariahu (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Meja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meja unique in its vibrant Mariahu-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Meja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meja is 202481. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.5 hectares. Mariahu is nearest town to Meja village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Meja village comes under Machhlishahr assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Meja
Population of Meja
According to the 2011 Census, Meja has a total population of about 1,260, with approximately 574 males and 686 females. The sex ratio is around 1195 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 107 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.33%, with male literacy at about 74.74% and female literacy near 53.79%. There are around 200 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,260 | 574 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 798 | 429 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 145 | 317 |
Connectivity of Meja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meja. As per the 2011 stats, Meja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meja
Knowing the nearby villages of Meja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meja
- Where is Meja located?
- Meja village is situated in Mariahu Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meja?
- Meja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Meja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meja is 1,260, with 574 males and 686 females.
- How many households are there in Meja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meja village has a total of 200 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meja is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 74.74%, while the female literacy rate is 53.79%.