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.

Meral has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Meral village is around 498, including approximately 252 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meral village has 375 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meral village is about 68.07%, with male literacy at 75.79% and female literacy at 60.16%.
  • There are around 106 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 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%.