Meral
Meral is a village located in Nagri subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from district headquarter Nagri. Nagri is the sub-district headquarter of Meral village. As per 2009 stats, Saparom is the gram panchayat of Meral village.
Here you can discover what makes Meral unique in its vibrant Nagri-Ranchi 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 374128. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835303. Nagri is nearest town to Meral village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Meral 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 Hatia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meral
Population of Meral
According to the 2011 Census, Meral has a total population of about 498, with approximately 252 males and 246 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 375. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.07%, with male literacy at about 75.79% and female literacy near 60.16%. There are around 106 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 |
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Total Population | 498 | 252 | 246 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 187 | 188 |
Literate Population | 339 | 191 | 148 |
Illiterate Population | 159 | 61 | 98 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Nagri Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Saparom (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meral?
- The pincode of Meral is 835303, 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 498, with 252 males and 246 females.
- How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 68.07%. The male literacy rate is 75.79%, while the female literacy rate is 60.16%.