Meriyan - Wozhuro, Wokha
Meriyan is a village situated in the Wozhuro circle of Wokha district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wozhuro and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Wokha.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meriyan is 267511. The village falls under the 797111 pincode. Wokha is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Wokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meriyan
According to the 2011 Census, Meriyan village had a total population of 268 people, including 138 males and 130 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.88%, with male literacy at 99.28% and female literacy at 98.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 138 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 137 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Meriyan
Meriyan 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 Meriyan
Meriyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wokha to Meriyan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meriyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meriyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meriyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meriyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meriyan
Where is Meriyan located?
Meriyan village is located in Wozhuro Circle, Wokha district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Meriyan?
The pincode of Meriyan is 797111.
What is the population of Meriyan?
Meriyan had a total population of 268, including 138 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Meriyan?
Meriyan had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meriyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meriyan was 98.88%. Male literacy was 99.28% and female literacy was 98.46%.