Meral
Meral is a village located in Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Herhanj. Herhanj is the sub-district headquarter of Meral village. As per 2009 stats, Herhenj is the gram panchayat of Meral village.
Here you can discover what makes Meral unique in its vibrant Herhanj-Latehar 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 367512. The village spans a total geographical area of 615 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Herhanj 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 Latehar 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
According to the 2011 Census, Meral has a total population of about 357, with approximately 164 males and 193 females. The sex ratio is around 1176 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 265 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.94%, with male literacy at about 56.71% and female literacy near 23.83%. There are around 53 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 | 357 | 164 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 32 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 119 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 93 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 71 | 147 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Herhanj Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Herhenj (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 357, with 164 males and 193 females.
- How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 38.94%. The male literacy rate is 56.71%, while the female literacy rate is 23.83%.