Meregaon

Meregaon is a village located in Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shahpura (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Meregaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Meregaon has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur 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 Meregaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meregaon is 489632. The village spans a total geographical area of 643.66 hectares. Shahpura is nearest town to Meregaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Meregaon 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 Bargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur 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 Meregaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 879 453 426
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 137 70 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 61 31 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 293 149 144
Literate Population 548 323 225
Illiterate Population 331 130 201

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

  • The total population of Meregaon village is around 879, including approximately 453 males and 426 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Meregaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meregaon village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 293 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meregaon village is about 62.34%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 52.82%.
  • There are around 198 households in Meregaon village.

Connectivity of Meregaon

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

Nearby Villages of Meregaon

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Meregaon

Where is Meregaon located?
Meregaon village is situated in Shahpura Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meregaon?
Meregaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meregaon is 879, with 453 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meregaon village has a total of 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meregaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meregaon is 62.34%. The male literacy rate is 71.30%, while the female literacy rate is 52.82%.