Mejhia
Mejhia is a village located in Mejhia subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. Bankura and Mejhia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Mejhia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mejhia village is also a gram panchayat.
Mejhia has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mejhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mejhia is 326145. The village spans a total geographical area of 842.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722183. Raniganj is nearest town to Mejhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Mejhia
Below is a concise population overview of Mejhia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,308 | 2,772 | 2,536 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 620 | 305 | 315 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,220 | 602 | 618 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,592 | 2,103 | 1,489 |
Illiterate Population | 1,716 | 669 | 1,047 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mejhia village:
- The total population of Mejhia village is around 5,308, including approximately 2,772 males and 2,536 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 620 children aged 0–6 years in Mejhia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mejhia village has 1,220 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mejhia village is about 67.67%, with male literacy at 75.87% and female literacy at 58.71%.
- There are around 1,086 households in Mejhia village.
Connectivity of Mejhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mejhia. As per the 2011 stats, Mejhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Mejhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Mejhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mejhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mejhia
- Where is Mejhia located?
- Mejhia village is situated in Mejhia Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mejhia?
- Mejhia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mejhia?
- The pincode of Mejhia is 722183, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mejhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mejhia is 5,308, with 2,772 males and 2,536 females.
- How many households are there in Mejhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mejhia village has a total of 1,086 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mejhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mejhia is 67.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.87%, while the female literacy rate is 58.71%.