Meerpur
Meerpur is a village located in Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Khalwa (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Meerpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meerpur unique in its vibrant Khalwa-Khandwa region. You’ll see Meerpur’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 Meerpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meerpur is 505609. The village spans a total geographical area of 699.69 hectares. Khandwa is nearest town to Meerpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Meerpur
Population of Meerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur has a total population of about 1,690, with approximately 854 males and 836 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 314 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,539. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.40%, with male literacy at about 48.01% and female literacy near 28.59%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meerpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Meerpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meerpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meerpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meerpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meerpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meerpur
- Where is Meerpur located?
- Meerpur village is situated in Khalwa Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
- Meerpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meerpur is 1,690, with 854 males and 836 females.
- How many households are there in Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meerpur village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meerpur is 38.40%. The male literacy rate is 48.01%, while the female literacy rate is 28.59%.