Meora - Athmalgola, Patna
Meora is a village situated in the Athmalgola subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athmalgola and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Phulelpur Meaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meora is 246347. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 803211 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Meora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Meora
According to the 2011 Census, Meora village had a total population of 2,053 people, including 1,104 males and 949 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.48%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 54.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 694.
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 | 2,053 | 1,104 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 257 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 694 | 363 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 650 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 454 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Meora
Meora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharampur | West | 1.01 km |
| Mobarakpur | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Achuara | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Dahaur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Phulelpur | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Burhanpur | South | 1.90 km |
| Salarpur | East | 2.32 km |
| Asawan | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Bahadurpur | West | 2.46 km |
| Surajpura | West | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meora
Public transport in the Meora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Achuara Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Meora is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Meora is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Meora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Meora
Where is Meora located?
Meora village is located in Athmalgola Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meora?
The Gram Panchayat of Meora is Phulelpur Meaura.
What is the pincode of Meora?
The pincode of Meora is 803211.
What is the population of Meora?
Meora had a total population of 2,053, including 1,104 males and 949 females.
How many households are there in Meora?
Meora had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meora was 66.48%. Male literacy was 76.74% and female literacy was 54.68%.