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.
Meral has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 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.
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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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meral village:
- The total population of Meral village is around 11,908, including approximately 6,169 males and 5,739 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,061 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meral village has 2,825 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 350 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meral village is about 54.48%, with male literacy at 64.21% and female literacy at 44.01%.
- There are around 2,220 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 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%.