Meral
Meral is a village located in Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Barwadih (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Lat is the gram panchayat of Meral village.
Meral has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 367008. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Medininagar Nagar is nearest town to Meral village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Meral village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meral
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 | 212 | 101 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 101 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 57 | 84 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meral village:
- The total population of Meral village is around 212, including approximately 101 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 1099 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meral village has 212 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meral village is about 33.49%, with male literacy at 43.56% and female literacy at 24.32%.
- There are around 35 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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meral
- Where is Meral located?
- Meral village is situated in Barwadih Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Lat (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 822126, 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 212, with 101 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 35 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 33.49%. The male literacy rate is 43.56%, while the female literacy rate is 24.32%.