Mehi

Mehi is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 44.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Hadalda Uparrah is the gram panchayat of Mehi village.

Mehi has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Mehi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehi is 330785. The village spans a total geographical area of 488.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723130. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Mehi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Mehi

Below is a concise population overview of Mehi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,240 1,137 1,103
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 285 150 135
Scheduled Castes (SC) 47 22 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,728 873 855
Literate Population 1,317 792 525
Illiterate Population 923 345 578

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehi village:

  • The total population of Mehi village is around 2,240, including approximately 1,137 males and 1,103 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 285 children aged 0–6 years in Mehi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mehi village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,728 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mehi village is about 58.79%, with male literacy at 69.66% and female literacy at 47.60%.
  • There are around 450 households in Mehi village.

Connectivity of Mehi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehi. As per the 2011 stats, Mehi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mehi

Knowing the nearby villages of Mehi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mehi

Where is Mehi located?
Mehi village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehi is Hadalda Uparrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehi?
The pincode of Mehi is 723130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehi is 2,240, with 1,137 males and 1,103 females.
How many households are there in Mehi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehi village has a total of 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehi is 58.79%. The male literacy rate is 69.66%, while the female literacy rate is 47.60%.