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.
Here you can discover what makes Meral unique in its vibrant Pathalgora-Chatra region. You’ll see Meral’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Meral
Population of Meral
According to the 2011 Census, Meral has a total population of about 1,820, with approximately 904 males and 916 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 430 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 668 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,114. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.38%, with male literacy at about 55.09% and female literacy near 35.81%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.