Megar

Megar is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 85km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Myunda is the gram panchayat of Megar village.

Megar has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Megar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Megar is 044676. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Barkot is nearest town to Megar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Megar

Below is a concise population overview of Megar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 107 60 47
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 6 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 69 40 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 38 20 18
Literate Population 52 37 15
Illiterate Population 55 23 32

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Megar village:

  • The total population of Megar village is around 107, including approximately 60 males and 47 females, with a sex ratio of 783 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Megar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Megar village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Megar village is about 48.60%, with male literacy at 61.67% and female literacy at 31.91%.
  • There are around 14 households in Megar village.

Connectivity of Megar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Megar. As per the 2011 stats, Megar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Megar

Knowing the nearby villages of Megar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Megar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Megar

Where is Megar located?
Megar village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megar?
The Gram Panchayat of Megar is Myunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Megar?
The pincode of Megar is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Megar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Megar is 107, with 60 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Megar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Megar village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Megar is 48.60%. The male literacy rate is 61.67%, while the female literacy rate is 31.91%.