Meroo

Meroo is a village located in Leh tehsil of Leh district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 64km away from Leh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Meroo village. As per 2009 stats, Gia is the gram panchayat of Meroo village.

Meroo has its own place in the vibrant Leh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Meroo

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meroo is 000889. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194102. Leh is nearest town to Meroo village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 64km away.

Google Map of Meroo

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Meroo

Below is a concise population overview of Meroo as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 188 79 109
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 12 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 188 79 109
Literate Population 90 44 46
Illiterate Population 98 35 63

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meroo village:

  • The total population of Meroo village is around 188, including approximately 79 males and 109 females, with a sex ratio of 1379 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Meroo village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meroo village has 188 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meroo village is about 47.87%, with male literacy at 55.70% and female literacy at 42.20%.
  • There are around 34 households in Meroo village.

Connectivity of Meroo

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meroo. As per the 2011 stats, Meroo had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meroo

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

Tukla Kumgyam Teri Himya Tarchit Upshi Shang Hamis Matselang Gia Kharnak

Frequently Asked Questions about Meroo

Where is Meroo located?
Meroo village is situated in Leh Tehsil, within the Leh district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meroo?
The Gram Panchayat of Meroo is Gia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meroo?
The pincode of Meroo is 194102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meroo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meroo is 188, with 79 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Meroo as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meroo village has a total of 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meroo as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meroo is 47.87%. The male literacy rate is 55.70%, while the female literacy rate is 42.20%.