Mera

Mera is a village located in Bhabhar taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Bhabhar (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Mera village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Mera unique in its vibrant Bhabhar-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Mera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Mera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mera is 508454. The village spans a total geographical area of 908.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385320. Bhabhar is nearest town to Mera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mera 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 Vav Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Mera

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Population of Mera

According to the 2011 Census, Mera has a total population of about 2,760, with approximately 1,433 males and 1,327 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 503 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.20%, with male literacy at about 56.25% and female literacy near 31.20%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,760 1,433 1,327
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 503 255 248
Scheduled Castes (SC) 87 51 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,220 806 414
Illiterate Population 1,540 627 913

Connectivity of Mera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mera. As per the 2011 stats, Mera 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mera

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mera

Where is Mera located?
Mera village is situated in Bhabhar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mera?
Mera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Mera?
The pincode of Mera is 385320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mera is 2,760, with 1,433 males and 1,327 females.
How many households are there in Mera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mera village has a total of 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mera is 44.20%. The male literacy rate is 56.25%, while the female literacy rate is 31.20%.