Meregaon

Meregaon is a village located in Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargarh (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Khalari is the gram panchayat of Meregaon village.

Meregaon has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon 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 Meregaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meregaon is 440693. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491445. Dongargarh is nearest town to Meregaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Meregaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 462 236 226
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 36 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 322 158 164
Literate Population 268 162 106
Illiterate Population 194 74 120

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

  • The total population of Meregaon village is around 462, including approximately 236 males and 226 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Meregaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meregaon village has 322 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meregaon village is about 58.01%, with male literacy at 68.64% and female literacy at 46.90%.
  • There are around 90 households in Meregaon village.

Connectivity of Meregaon

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

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

Nearby Villages of Meregaon

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

Matekata Murmunda Khalari Dundera Mudpar Dhandongri Pinkapar Medha Uraidabri Jhandatalab Patpar

Frequently Asked Questions about Meregaon

Where is Meregaon located?
Meregaon village is situated in Dongargarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meregaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Meregaon is Khalari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meregaon?
The pincode of Meregaon is 491445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meregaon is 462, with 236 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meregaon village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meregaon is 58.01%. The male literacy rate is 68.64%, while the female literacy rate is 46.90%.