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.
Meral has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 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.
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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.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meral village:
- The total population of Meral village is around 3,291, including approximately 1,738 males and 1,553 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 532 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meral village has 364 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,554 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meral village is about 60.35%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 49.20%.
- There are around 557 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 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%.