Meriyana - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Meriyana is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Meriyana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meriyana is 515809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1220.95 hectares and falls under the 364522 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Meriyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meriyana
According to the 2011 Census, Meriyana village had a total population of 1,692 people, including 899 males and 793 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.90%, with male literacy at 85.77% and female literacy at 64.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,134 | 675 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 224 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Meriyana
Meriyana 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 Meriyana
Meriyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Meriyana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Meriyana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Meriyana is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meriyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meriyana 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 Meriyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meriyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meriyana
Where is Meriyana located?
Meriyana village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meriyana?
Meriyana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meriyana?
The pincode of Meriyana is 364522.
What is the population of Meriyana?
Meriyana had a total population of 1,692, including 899 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Meriyana?
Meriyana had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meriyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meriyana was 75.90%. Male literacy was 85.77% and female literacy was 64.92%.