Meghatu
Meghatu is a village located in Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Tyuni (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Meghatu village is also a gram panchayat.
Meghatu 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 Meghatu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghatu is 044720. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248199. Chakrata is nearest town to Meghatu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Meghatu
Population of Meghatu
Below is a concise population overview of Meghatu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 110 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 79 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 96 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 14 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meghatu village:
- The total population of Meghatu village is around 202, including approximately 110 males and 92 females, with a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Meghatu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meghatu village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meghatu village is about 73.76%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 57.61%.
- There are around 20 households in Meghatu village.
Connectivity of Meghatu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghatu. As per the 2011 stats, Meghatu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meghatu
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghatu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghatu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghatu
- Where is Meghatu located?
- Meghatu village is situated in Tyuni Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghatu?
- Meghatu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meghatu?
- The pincode of Meghatu is 248199, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meghatu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghatu is 202, with 110 males and 92 females.
- How many households are there in Meghatu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghatu village has a total of 20 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghatu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghatu is 73.76%. The male literacy rate is 87.27%, while the female literacy rate is 57.61%.