Meregaon

Meregaon is a village 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.

Meregaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 447695. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Meregaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 71km away.

When it comes to local governance, Meregaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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 157 78 79
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 16 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 101 51 50
Literate Population 71 44 27
Illiterate Population 86 34 52

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

  • The total population of Meregaon village is around 157, including approximately 78 males and 79 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Meregaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meregaon village has 101 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meregaon village is about 45.22%, with male literacy at 56.41% and female literacy at 34.18%.
  • There are around 25 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 10+ 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.

Dandaikheda Bhelwapani Jodekhurse Beldo Pitefulchur Bhejhar Dhanwa Phulchur Gudum Kondruj Tumarisur Bhurke

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%.