Meralgara

Meralgara is a village located in Noamundi subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Noamuindi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Chaibasa West Singhbhum. As per 2009 stats, Noamundi is the gram panchayat of Meralgara village.

Meralgara 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 Meralgara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meralgara is 377892. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833218. Noamundi is nearest town to Meralgara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Meralgara 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 Jaganathpur 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 Meralgara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 652 316 336
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 73 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 606 293 313
Literate Population 271 161 110
Illiterate Population 381 155 226

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

  • The total population of Meralgara village is around 652, including approximately 316 males and 336 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Meralgara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meralgara village has 606 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meralgara village is about 41.56%, with male literacy at 50.95% and female literacy at 32.74%.
  • There are around 134 households in Meralgara village.

Connectivity of Meralgara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meralgara. As per the 2011 stats, Meralgara 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Meralgara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Meralgara

Where is Meralgara located?
Meralgara village is situated in Noamundi Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meralgara?
The Gram Panchayat of Meralgara is Noamundi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meralgara?
The pincode of Meralgara is 833218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meralgara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meralgara is 652, with 316 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Meralgara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meralgara village has a total of 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meralgara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meralgara is 41.56%. The male literacy rate is 50.95%, while the female literacy rate is 32.74%.