Meral
Meral is a village located in Meral subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Meral (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Meral East is the gram panchayat of Meral village.
Here you can discover what makes Meral unique in its vibrant Meral-Garhwa 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 347649. The village spans a total geographical area of 1276.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822114. Meral 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 11,908, with approximately 6,169 males and 5,739 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,061 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,825 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 350. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.48%, with male literacy at about 64.21% and female literacy near 44.01%. There are around 2,220 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 | 11,908 | 6,169 | 5,739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,061 | 1,044 | 1,017 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,825 | 1,477 | 1,348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 169 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 6,487 | 3,961 | 2,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,421 | 2,208 | 3,213 |
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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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 Meral Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Meral East (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meral?
- The pincode of Meral is 822114, 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 11,908, with 6,169 males and 5,739 females.
- How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 2,220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 54.48%. The male literacy rate is 64.21%, while the female literacy rate is 44.01%.