Mehur
About Mehur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mehur village is 311560. Mehur village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Mehur village. As per 2009 stats, Gurail is the gram panchayat of Mehur village.
The total geographical area of village is 206.5 hectares. Mehur has a total population of 469 peoples, out of which male population is 239 while female population is 230. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mehur village is 47.55% out of which 51.46% males and 43.48% females are literate. There are about 110 houses in mehur village. Pincode of mehur village locality is 733142.
When it comes to administration, Mehur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mehur village comes under Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to mehur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
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Population of Mehur
The population details of Mehur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 239 | 230 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 343 | 175 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 123 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 116 | 130 |
Connectivity of Mehur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mehur
Where is Mehur located?
Mehur village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehur is Gurail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehur?
The pincode of Mehur is 733142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehur is 469, with 239 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Mehur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehur village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehur is 47.55%. The male literacy rate is 51.46%, while the female literacy rate is 43.48%.