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.
Here you can discover what makes Mejhia unique in its vibrant Mejhia-Bankura region. You’ll see Mejhia’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 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.
Google Map of Mejhia
Population of Mejhia
According to the 2011 Census, Mejhia has a total population of about 5,308, with approximately 2,772 males and 2,536 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 620 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,220 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.67%, with male literacy at about 75.87% and female literacy near 58.71%. There are around 1,086 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mejhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.