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.
Here you can discover what makes Megar unique in its vibrant Chakrata-Dehradun region. You’ll see Megar’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 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.
Google Map of Megar
Population of Megar
According to the 2011 Census, Megar has a total population of about 107, with approximately 60 males and 47 females. The sex ratio is around 783 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.60%, with male literacy at about 61.67% and female literacy near 31.91%. There are around 14 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Megar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.