Meriyana
Meriyana is a village located in Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Savar Kundla (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Meriyana village is also a gram panchayat.
Meriyana has its own place in the vibrant Amreli 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 Meriyana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meriyana is 515809. The village spans a total geographical area of 1220.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364522. Savar Kundla is nearest town to Meriyana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meriyana 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 Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meriyana
Population of Meriyana
Below is a concise population overview of Meriyana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 899 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 112 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 675 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 224 | 334 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meriyana village:
- The total population of Meriyana village is around 1,692, including approximately 899 males and 793 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Meriyana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meriyana village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Meriyana village is about 67.02%, with male literacy at 75.08% and female literacy at 57.88%.
- There are around 376 households in Meriyana village.
Connectivity of Meriyana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meriyana. As per the 2011 stats, Meriyana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Meriyana
Knowing the nearby villages of Meriyana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meriyana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meriyana
- Where is Meriyana located?
- Meriyana village is situated in Savar Kundla Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meriyana?
- Meriyana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meriyana?
- The pincode of Meriyana is 364522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meriyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meriyana is 1,692, with 899 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Meriyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meriyana village has a total of 376 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meriyana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meriyana is 67.02%. The male literacy rate is 75.08%, while the female literacy rate is 57.88%.