Mehwarkalan
Mehwarkalan is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Saidpura Urf Mehwad Kalan is the gram panchayat of Mehwarkalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Mehwarkalan unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Mehwarkalan’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 Mehwarkalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehwarkalan is 056421. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247667. Roorkee is nearest town to Mehwarkalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mehwarkalan 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 Pirankaliyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mehwarkalan
Population of Mehwarkalan
According to the 2011 Census, Mehwarkalan has a total population of about 527, with approximately 282 males and 245 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.65%, with male literacy at about 86.52% and female literacy near 73.88%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehwarkalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 282 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 244 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 38 | 64 |
Connectivity of Mehwarkalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehwarkalan. As per the 2011 stats, Mehwarkalan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehwarkalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehwarkalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehwarkalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehwarkalan
- Where is Mehwarkalan located?
- Mehwarkalan village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehwarkalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mehwarkalan is Saidpura Urf Mehwad Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mehwarkalan?
- The pincode of Mehwarkalan is 247667, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehwarkalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehwarkalan is 527, with 282 males and 245 females.
- How many households are there in Mehwarkalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehwarkalan village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehwarkalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehwarkalan is 80.65%. The male literacy rate is 86.52%, while the female literacy rate is 73.88%.