Meja Khas - Meja, Prayagraj
Meja Khas is a village situated in the Meja tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Allahabad. Meja Khas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meja Khas is 163270. The village covers a total geographical area of 1233.37 hectares and falls under the 212302 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Meja Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meja Khas
As per Census 2011, Meja Khas village has a total population of 7,782 people, consisting of 4,120 males and 3,662 females. The village has 1,222 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,965 literate and 2,817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meja Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,782 | 4,120 | 3,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,269 | 691 | 578 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,421 | 748 | 673 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 4,965 | 2,980 | 1,985 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,817 | 1,140 | 1,677 |
Nearby Villages of Meja Khas
Meja Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunai Gaharpur | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Gaharpur Khurd | North | 2.13 km |
| Kardaha | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Jamua | East | 3.16 km |
| Sirkhiri | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Gadurahi | North | 3.21 km |
| Maraha | North | 3.21 km |
| Kunchi | East | 3.46 km |
| Siki Kalan | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Dari | West | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meja Khas
Meja Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Unchdih, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Allahabad to Meja Khas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Meja Khas is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meja Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meja Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meja Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meja Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Meja Khas
Where is Meja Khas located?
Meja Khas village is located in Meja Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meja Khas?
Meja Khas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meja Khas?
The pincode of Meja Khas is 212302.
What is the population of Meja Khas?
Meja Khas has a total population of 7,782, including 4,120 males and 3,662 females.
How many households are there in Meja Khas?
There are 1,222 households in Meja Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Meja Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meja Khas is 63.80%. Male literacy is 72.33% and female literacy is 54.21%.