Megar - Chakrata, Dehradun
Megar is a village situated in the Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakrata and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Myunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Megar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megar is 044676. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.21 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Megar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Megar
As per Census 2011, Megar village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 60 males and 47 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 783 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Megar
Megar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandi Chamagata | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Kunna | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Kondoi Dondar | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Dhaura Pudia | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Jashta | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Guthar | East | 3.35 km |
| Chhultar | North | 3.40 km |
| Kota (kuwanu) | South | 4.15 km |
| Siribarkoti | West | 4.16 km |
| Lakha Mandal | North-East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Megar
Megar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Megar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Megar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Megar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megar
Where is Megar located?
Megar village is located in Chakrata Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Megar?
The Gram Panchayat of Megar is Myunda.
What is the pincode of Megar?
The pincode of Megar is 248001.
What is the population of Megar?
Megar has a total population of 107, including 60 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Megar?
There are 14 households in Megar.
What is the literacy rate in Megar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megar is 48.60%. Male literacy is 61.67% and female literacy is 31.91%.