Merera - Bhaderwah, Doda
Merera is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Diggi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Merera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merera is 004452. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.9 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Merera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Merera
According to the 2011 Census, Merera village had a total population of 107 people, including 58 males and 49 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.43%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 65.91%.
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 | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Merera
Merera 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 Merera
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Merera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Merera is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Merera is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Merera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merera 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 Merera
Where is Merera located?
Merera village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merera?
The Gram Panchayat of Merera is Diggi.
What is the pincode of Merera?
The pincode of Merera is 182221.
What is the population of Merera?
Merera had a total population of 107, including 58 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Merera?
Merera had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merera was 80.43%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 65.91%.