Mehunwala Khalsa
Mehunwala Khalsa is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Mehuwala Khalsa is the gram panchayat of Mehunwala Khalsa village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehunwala Khalsa unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Mehunwala Khalsa’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 Mehunwala Khalsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehunwala Khalsa is 044973. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248198. Vikasnagar is nearest town to Mehunwala Khalsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mehunwala Khalsa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mehunwala Khalsa
Population of Mehunwala Khalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Mehunwala Khalsa has a total population of about 3,844, with approximately 2,006 males and 1,838 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 533 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 724 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,365. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.26%, with male literacy at about 70.39% and female literacy near 57.56%. There are around 679 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehunwala Khalsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,844 | 2,006 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 270 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 724 | 361 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,365 | 748 | 617 |
| Literate Population | 2,470 | 1,412 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 594 | 780 |
Connectivity of Mehunwala Khalsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehunwala Khalsa. As per the 2011 stats, Mehunwala Khalsa 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehunwala Khalsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehunwala Khalsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehunwala Khalsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehunwala Khalsa
- Where is Mehunwala Khalsa located?
- Mehunwala Khalsa village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehunwala Khalsa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehunwala Khalsa is Mehuwala Khalsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehunwala Khalsa?
- The pincode of Mehunwala Khalsa is 248198, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehunwala Khalsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehunwala Khalsa is 3,844, with 2,006 males and 1,838 females.
- How many households are there in Mehunwala Khalsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehunwala Khalsa village has a total of 679 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehunwala Khalsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehunwala Khalsa is 64.26%. The male literacy rate is 70.39%, while the female literacy rate is 57.56%.