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
According to the 2011 Census, Mera village had a total population of 1,793 people, including 935 males and 858 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.42%, with male literacy at 81.45% and female literacy at 58.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.
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 | 1,793 | 935 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 137 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 105 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,793, including 935 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Mera?
Mera had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mera was 70.42%. Male literacy was 81.45% and female literacy was 58.48%.