Meral

Meral is a village located in Murhu subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from Khunti, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Meral village. As per 2009 stats, Hansa is the gram panchayat of Meral village.

Meral has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 375130. The village spans a total geographical area of 200 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Murhu 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 390 207 183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 28 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 174 85 89
Literate Population 265 156 109
Illiterate Population 125 51 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meral village:

  • The total population of Meral village is around 390, including approximately 207 males and 183 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meral village has 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meral village is about 67.95%, with male literacy at 75.36% and female literacy at 59.56%.
  • There are around 86 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

Hansa Gajgaon Perka Mahil Sardula Dulua Jobe Hesel Bichna Gomharia Biramkel

Frequently Asked Questions about Meral

Where is Meral located?
Meral village is situated in Murhu Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Hansa (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 835216, 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 390, with 207 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 75.36%, while the female literacy rate is 59.56%.