Mejhia
Mejhia is a Town and Subdivision in Bankura District of West Bengal. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Mejhia Block (CD) is 02357. The total area of Mejhia Subdivision is 165 km². Mejhia has a sex ratio of approximately 933 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Mejhia Subdivision
Mejhia Subdivision has a total of 75 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Mejhia Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anandapur | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 2 | Arddhagram | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 3 | Asanbani | Banjora | Mejhia |
| 4 | Balarampur | Ramchandrapur | Mejhia |
| 5 | Banjora | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 6 | Banskunri | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 7 | Benabad | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 8 | Benagarya | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 9 | Benakanali | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 10 | Benathol | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 11 | Bhabanipur | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 12 | Bhara | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 13 | Bharra | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 14 | Bhului | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 15 | Chuaberia | Mejhia | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 16 | Damodar Mohan | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 17 | Debagram | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 18 | Dhandora | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 19 | Dhoba | Kushtore | Mejhia |
| 20 | Dighalgram | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 21 | Duburia | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 22 | Ghusra | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 23 | Gopalganja | Mejhia | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 24 | Gopalpur | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 25 | Ikra | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 26 | Indara | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 27 | Jalanpur | Banjora | Durgapur (18 km) |
| 28 | Jamkuri | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 29 | Janakpur | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 30 | Jangpur | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 31 | Japamali | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 32 | Jemua | Mejhia | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 33 | Jorsa | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 34 | Jot Sriram | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 35 | Jugibag | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 36 | Jujghati | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 37 | Kalidaspur | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 38 | Kalikapur | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 39 | Kansara | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 40 | Kanshai | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 41 | Kendut | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 42 | Khaerbani | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 43 | Kshiraitor | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 44 | Kustor | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 45 | Lakshmanbandi | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 46 | Maduarchak | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 47 | Matabel | Kushtore | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 48 | Mejhia | Mejhia | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 49 | Mochrakend | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 50 | Mohana | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 51 | Moshnekonda | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 52 | Mukundapur | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 53 | Murra | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 54 | Nabashan | Kushtore | Raniganj (12 km) |
| 55 | Nandanpur | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 56 | Natshala | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 57 | Pairasol | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 58 | Palashi | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 59 | Parbatipur | Mejhia | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 60 | Parulia | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 61 | Purbator | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 62 | Purunia | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 63 | Ramchandrapur | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 64 | Ramkrishnapur | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 65 | Ramlalpur | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 66 | Ranipur | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 67 | Raydi | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 68 | Sarama | Banjora | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 69 | Shaltora | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 70 | Shyamapur | Kushtore | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 71 | Shyampur | Mejhia | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 72 | Sitarampur | Kushtore | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 73 | Tarapur | Mejhia | Raniganj (8 km) |
| 74 | Tegharia | Ardhagram | Raniganj (10 km) |
| 75 | Telenda | Ramchandrapur | Raniganj (10 km) |
Population of Mejhia Subdivision
The population profile of Mejhia Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Mejhia Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86,188 | 86,188 | N/A |
| Male Population | 44,575 | 44,575 | N/A |
| Female Population | 41,613 | 41,613 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11,002 | 11,002 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,679 | 5,679 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,323 | 5,323 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 50,244 | 50,244 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 30,291 | 30,291 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 19,953 | 19,953 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 35,944 | 35,944 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 14,284 | 14,284 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 21,660 | 21,660 | N/A |
| Total Households | 17,659 | 17,659 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 86,188 people. Includes nearly 44,575 males and 41,613 females. Rural population is about 86,188 people.
- There are around 11,002 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 5,679 boys and 5,323 girls.
- Literate population is about 50,244 people. Non-literate population is around 35,944 people.
- There are nearly 17,659 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Mejhia Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 29,956 | 29,956 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 15,139 | 15,139 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 14,817 | 14,817 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 2,114 | 2,114 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 1,069 | 1,069 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1,045 | 1,045 | N/A |
| Population Density | 522 / km² | 522 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mejhia Subdivision is approximately 29,956 people, including 15,139 males and 14,817 females. Around 29,956 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mejhia Subdivision is about 2,114 people, including 1,069 males and 1,045 females. Around 2,114 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 522 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 522 people per sq. km.