Merua Grant
Merua Grant is a village located in Silchar subdivision of Cachar district in Assam, India. It is situated 400km away from Silchar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Merua Grant village. As per 2009 stats, Kathal is the gram panchayat of Merua Grant village.
Here you can discover what makes Merua Grant unique in its vibrant Silchar-Cachar region. You’ll see Merua Grant’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 Merua Grant
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merua Grant is 299282. The village spans a total geographical area of 713.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 788005. Sichar is nearest town to Merua Grant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Merua Grant
Population of Merua Grant
According to the 2011 Census, Merua Grant has a total population of about 2,611, with approximately 1,357 males and 1,254 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 807 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.35%, with male literacy at about 61.61% and female literacy near 46.49%. There are around 553 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Merua Grant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,611 | 1,357 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 242 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 807 | 436 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 836 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 521 | 671 |
Connectivity of Merua Grant
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merua Grant. As per the 2011 stats, Merua Grant had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Merua Grant
Knowing the nearby villages of Merua Grant helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merua Grant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merua Grant
- Where is Merua Grant located?
- Merua Grant village is situated in Silchar Subdivision, within the Cachar district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Merua Grant?
- The Gram Panchayat of Merua Grant is Kathal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Merua Grant?
- The pincode of Merua Grant is 788005, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Merua Grant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merua Grant is 2,611, with 1,357 males and 1,254 females.
- How many households are there in Merua Grant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Merua Grant village has a total of 553 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Merua Grant as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merua Grant is 54.35%. The male literacy rate is 61.61%, while the female literacy rate is 46.49%.