Meral
Meral is a village located in Pathalgora subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 35km away from Chatra, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Meral village. As per 2009 stats, Meral village is also a gram panchayat.
Meral has its own place in the vibrant Chatra 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 Meral
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meral is 349282. The village spans a total geographical area of 1459 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825408. Pathalgora is nearest town to Meral village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Meral
Below is a concise population overview of Meral as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 904 | 916 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 224 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 326 | 342 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,114 | 559 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 498 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 406 | 588 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meral village:
- The total population of Meral village is around 1,820, including approximately 904 males and 916 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 430 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meral village has 668 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,114 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meral village is about 45.38%, with male literacy at 55.09% and female literacy at 35.81%.
- There are around 295 households in Meral village.
Connectivity of Meral
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meral. As per the 2011 stats, Meral 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meral
Knowing the nearby villages of Meral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meral.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meral
- Where is Meral located?
- Meral village is situated in Pathalgora Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
- Meral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meral?
- The pincode of Meral is 825408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meral is 1,820, with 904 males and 916 females.
- How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 45.38%. The male literacy rate is 55.09%, while the female literacy rate is 35.81%.