Meralikir

Meralikir is a village located in Anandpur subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 110km away from sub-district headquarter Chakardharpur (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Binju is the gram panchayat of Meralikir village.

Meralikir has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Meralikir

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meralikir is 377715. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833104. Raurkela is nearest town to Meralikir village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Meralikir 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 Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Meralikir

Below is a concise population overview of Meralikir as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 357 183 174
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 42 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 88 50 38
Literate Population 114 69 45
Illiterate Population 243 114 129

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meralikir village:

  • The total population of Meralikir village is around 357, including approximately 183 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Meralikir village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meralikir village has 88 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meralikir village is about 31.93%, with male literacy at 37.70% and female literacy at 25.86%.
  • There are around 67 households in Meralikir village.

Connectivity of Meralikir

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meralikir. As per the 2011 stats, Meralikir 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meralikir

Knowing the nearby villages of Meralikir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meralikir.

Tendrauli Tungritola Binju Bunumda Rungi Dhodrobaru Lorponda Bereta Chirumatha Kolbamri Bhaludungri

Frequently Asked Questions about Meralikir

Where is Meralikir located?
Meralikir village is situated in Anandpur Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meralikir?
The Gram Panchayat of Meralikir is Binju (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meralikir?
The pincode of Meralikir is 833104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meralikir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meralikir is 357, with 183 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Meralikir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meralikir village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meralikir as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meralikir is 31.93%. The male literacy rate is 37.70%, while the female literacy rate is 25.86%.