Meerpur - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Meerpur is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Meerpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur is 505609. The village covers a total geographical area of 699.69 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Meerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur village had a total population of 1,690 people, including 854 males and 836 females, living in 368 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.17%, with male literacy at 59.42% and female literacy at 34.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,539.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,690 | 854 | 836 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 164 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,539 | 770 | 769 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 410 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,041 | 444 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur
Meerpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Meerpur
Meerpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Meerpur is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meerpur
Where is Meerpur located?
Meerpur village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
Meerpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meerpur?
The pincode of Meerpur is 450001.
What is the population of Meerpur?
Meerpur had a total population of 1,690, including 854 males and 836 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur?
Meerpur had 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur was 47.17%. Male literacy was 59.42% and female literacy was 34.84%.