Mehtabwan - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Mehtabwan is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Mehta Ban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehtabwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehtabwan is 055815. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.34 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mehtabwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehtabwan
According to the 2011 Census, Mehtabwan village had a total population of 663 people, including 368 males and 295 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.44%, with male literacy at 78.55% and female literacy at 60.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 406.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 368 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 232 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 260 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 108 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Mehtabwan
Mehtabwan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mehtabwan
Mehtabwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mehtabwan.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Mehtabwan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Mehtabwan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehtabwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehtabwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehtabwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehtabwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mehtabwan
Where is Mehtabwan located?
Mehtabwan village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mehtabwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehtabwan is Mehta Ban.
What is the pincode of Mehtabwan?
The pincode of Mehtabwan is 244713.
What is the population of Mehtabwan?
Mehtabwan had a total population of 663, including 368 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Mehtabwan?
Mehtabwan had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehtabwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehtabwan was 70.44%. Male literacy was 78.55% and female literacy was 60.15%.