Meregaon
About Meregaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Meregaon village is 447695. Meregaon village is located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Gudum is the gram panchayat of Meregaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 171.18 hectares. Meregaon has a total population of 157 peoples, out of which male population is 78 while female population is 79. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1012 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of meregaon village is 45.22% out of which 56.41% males and 34.18% females are literate. There are about 25 houses in meregaon village. Pincode of meregaon village locality is 494669.
When it comes to administration, Meregaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Meregaon village comes under Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kanker Lok Sabha constituency. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to meregaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 71km away.
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Population of Meregaon
The population details of Meregaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 157 | 78 | 79 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 34 | 52 |
Connectivity of Meregaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meregaon
Where is Meregaon located?
Meregaon village is situated in Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meregaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Meregaon is Gudum (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 494669, 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 157, with 78 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meregaon village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meregaon is 45.22%. The male literacy rate is 56.41%, while the female literacy rate is 34.18%.