Meral
Meral is a village located in Patan subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Meral village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meral unique in its vibrant Patan-Palamu 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 365873. The village spans a total geographical area of 551 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Patan is nearest town to Meral village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Meral
Population of Meral
According to the 2011 Census, Meral has a total population of about 3,291, with approximately 1,738 males and 1,553 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 532 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 364 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,554. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.35%, with male literacy at about 70.31% and female literacy near 49.20%. There are around 557 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 | 3,291 | 1,738 | 1,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 282 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 198 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,554 | 836 | 718 |
| Literate Population | 1,986 | 1,222 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,305 | 516 | 789 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Patan Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
- Meral serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meral?
- The pincode of Meral is 822123, 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 3,291, with 1,738 males and 1,553 females.
- How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 557 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 60.35%. The male literacy rate is 70.31%, while the female literacy rate is 49.20%.