Meru - Saluni, Chamba
Meru is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Diur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meru is 007199. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.66 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Meru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meru
According to the 2011 Census, Meru village had a total population of 205 people, including 105 males and 100 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.45%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 72 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 33 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Meru
Meru 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 Meru
Meru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Chamba to Meru is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Meru is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meru
Where is Meru located?
Meru village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meru?
The Gram Panchayat of Meru is Diur.
What is the pincode of Meru?
The pincode of Meru is 176320.
What is the population of Meru?
Meru had a total population of 205, including 105 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Meru?
Meru had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meru was 70.45%. Male literacy was 79.12% and female literacy was 61.18%.