Meral - Herhanj, Latehar
Meral is a village situated in the Herhanj subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. Herhenj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meral is 367512. The village covers a total geographical area of 615 hectares and falls under the 829202 pincode.
Meral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meral
According to the 2011 Census, Meral village had a total population of 357 people, including 164 males and 193 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,177 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.18%, with male literacy at 70.45% and female literacy at 31.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Meral
Meral is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baseta | North | 1.31 km |
| Sardhabar | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Hundra | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Bidir | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Hur | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Ghure | North | 2.77 km |
| Lath | South | 3.09 km |
| Nawada | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Chaea | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Bandua | West | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meral
Meral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chetar, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Meral is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Meral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meral
Where is Meral located?
Meral village is located in Herhanj Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Herhenj.
What is the pincode of Meral?
The pincode of Meral is 829202.
What is the population of Meral?
Meral had a total population of 357, including 164 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Meral?
Meral had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meral was 50.18%. Male literacy was 70.45% and female literacy was 31.72%.