Mehargaon
Mehargaon is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Ramra Malla is the gram panchayat of Mehargaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehargaon unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Mehargaon’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 Mehargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehargaon is 041910. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246428. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Mehargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Mehargaon
Population of Mehargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mehargaon has a total population of about 624, with approximately 291 males and 333 females. The sex ratio is around 1144 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 110 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 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 67.31%, with male literacy at about 80.41% and female literacy near 55.86%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 291 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 420 | 234 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 57 | 147 |
Connectivity of Mehargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Mehargaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehargaon
- Where is Mehargaon located?
- Mehargaon village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehargaon is Ramra Malla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehargaon?
- The pincode of Mehargaon is 246428, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehargaon is 624, with 291 males and 333 females.
- How many households are there in Mehargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehargaon village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehargaon is 67.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.41%, while the female literacy rate is 55.86%.