Meraripur

Meraripur is a village located in Kargahar subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kargahar (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Kalyanpur is the gram panchayat of Meraripur village.

Meraripur has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Meraripur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meraripur is 251740. The village spans a total geographical area of 68 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Meraripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Meraripur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 434 227 207
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 50 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 268 146 122
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 197 114 83
Illiterate Population 237 113 124

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

  • The total population of Meraripur village is around 434, including approximately 227 males and 207 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Meraripur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meraripur village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meraripur village is about 45.39%, with male literacy at 50.22% and female literacy at 40.10%.
  • There are around 78 households in Meraripur village.

Connectivity of Meraripur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Meraripur

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

Mominpur Belari Lankasur Mohanpur Kharsani Kalyanpur Kharagpur Buzurg Harnarayanpur Maniari Ugarsenpur Tilkapur Shahpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Meraripur

Where is Meraripur located?
Meraripur village is situated in Kargahar Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meraripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meraripur is Kalyanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Meraripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meraripur is 434, with 227 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Meraripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meraripur village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meraripur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meraripur is 45.39%. The male literacy rate is 50.22%, while the female literacy rate is 40.10%.