Meghawala - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Meghawala is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Meghawala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meghawala is 055744. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.75 hectares and falls under the 244712 pincode. Jaspur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Meghawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meghawala
As per Census 2011, Meghawala village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,142 males and 1,035 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 909 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meghawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,142 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 230 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 769 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 373 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Meghawala
Meghawala 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 Meghawala
Meghawala 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 Meghawala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaspur to Meghawala is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Meghawala is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meghawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meghawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meghawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meghawala 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 Meghawala
Where is Meghawala located?
Meghawala village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meghawala?
Meghawala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meghawala?
The pincode of Meghawala is 244712.
What is the population of Meghawala?
Meghawala has a total population of 2,177, including 1,142 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Meghawala?
There are 408 households in Meghawala.
What is the literacy rate in Meghawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meghawala is 58.25%. Male literacy is 67.34% and female literacy is 48.21%.