Mehla - Someshwar, Almora
Mehla is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mehala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehla is 053393. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.26 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Mehla 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehla
According to the 2011 Census, Mehla village had a total population of 159 people, including 70 males and 89 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,271 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.11%, with male literacy at 98.33% and female literacy at 75.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 159 | 70 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 21 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 11 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Mehla
Mehla 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 Mehla
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mehla.
| 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 Almora to Mehla is about 19 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 Mehla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehla
Where is Mehla located?
Mehla village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehla?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehla is Mehala.
What is the pincode of Mehla?
The pincode of Mehla is 263636.
What is the population of Mehla?
Mehla had a total population of 159, including 70 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Mehla?
Mehla had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehla was 85.11%. Male literacy was 98.33% and female literacy was 75.31%.