Mera - Dasada, Surendranagar
Mera is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Mera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mera is 512083. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005 hectares and falls under the 363750 pincode. Becharaji is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mera
As per Census 2011, Mera village has a total population of 1,793 people, consisting of 935 males and 858 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,081 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,793 | 935 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 137 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 105 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 650 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 285 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Mera
Mera 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 Mera
Public transport in the Mera is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Becharaji to Mera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Mera is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mera 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 Mera
Where is Mera located?
Mera village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mera?
Mera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mera?
The pincode of Mera is 363750.
What is the population of Mera?
Mera has a total population of 1,793, including 935 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Mera?
There are 332 households in Mera.
What is the literacy rate in Mera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mera is 60.29%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 50.23%.