Merai - Pasan, Korba
Merai is a village situated in the Pasan tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 65 km from Poundi-uproda and around 65 km from Korba. Merai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merai is 436022. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.76 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Merai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Merai
As per Census 2011, Merai village has a total population of 731 people, consisting of 382 males and 349 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 670 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Merai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 731 | 382 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 670 | 355 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 200 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 182 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Merai
Merai 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 Merai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Merai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Katghora to Merai is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Merai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merai 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 Merai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Merai
Where is Merai located?
Merai village is located in Pasan Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merai?
Merai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Merai?
The pincode of Merai is 495445.
What is the population of Merai?
Merai has a total population of 731, including 382 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Merai?
There are 172 households in Merai.
What is the literacy rate in Merai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merai is 40.08%. Male literacy is 52.36% and female literacy is 26.65%.