Meharam - Jaisinghpur, Sultanpur
Meharam is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghpur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Palia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meharam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meharam is 170073. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.07 hectares and falls under the 222303 pincode. Sultanpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Meharam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sultanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meharam
According to the 2011 Census, Meharam village had a total population of 520 people, including 275 males and 245 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.23%, with male literacy at 94.96% and female literacy at 87.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 520 | 275 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 226 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 49 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Meharam
Meharam 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 Meharam
Meharam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanpur to Meharam is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meharam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meharam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meharam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meharam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meharam
Where is Meharam located?
Meharam village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meharam?
The Gram Panchayat of Meharam is Palia.
What is the pincode of Meharam?
The pincode of Meharam is 222303.
What is the population of Meharam?
Meharam had a total population of 520, including 275 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Meharam?
Meharam had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meharam was 91.23%. Male literacy was 94.96% and female literacy was 87.16%.