Mer - Namsing Circle, East Siang
Mer is a village situated in the Namsing Circle of East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Namsing and around 62 km from Pasighat. Mer-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mer is 263927. The village covers a total geographical area of 2450 hectares and falls under the 791104 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Mer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mer
According to the 2011 Census, Mer village had a total population of 776 people, including 391 males and 385 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.58%, with male literacy at 75.43% and female literacy at 32.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 763.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 391 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 98 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 763 | 383 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 221 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 170 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Mer
Mer is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mer
Public transport in the Mer is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Mer is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mer village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mer
Where is Mer located?
Mer village is located in Namsing Circle Circle, East Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mer?
The Gram Panchayat of Mer is Mer-i.
What is the pincode of Mer?
The pincode of Mer is 791104.
What is the population of Mer?
Mer had a total population of 776, including 391 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Mer?
Mer had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mer was 54.58%. Male literacy was 75.43% and female literacy was 32.36%.