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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Mehla village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 70 males and 89 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,271 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 70 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 21 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 159, including 70 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Mehla?
There are 39 households in Mehla.
What is the literacy rate in Mehla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehla is 75.47%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 68.54%.