Meripur

Meripur is a village located in Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mahanga (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Madhupur is the gram panchayat of Meripur village.

Meripur has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 Meripur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meripur is 399425. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754204. Cuttack is nearest town to Meripur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Meripur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 567 287 280
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 21 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 142 67 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 451 247 204
Illiterate Population 116 40 76

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

  • The total population of Meripur village is around 567, including approximately 287 males and 280 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Meripur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meripur village has 142 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meripur village is about 79.54%, with male literacy at 86.06% and female literacy at 72.86%.
  • There are around 143 households in Meripur village.

Connectivity of Meripur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meripur. As per the 2011 stats, Meripur 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meripur

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

Gopalpur Dobandhia Basudevpur Bajapura Ichhapur Banapur Mohanpur Alinagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Meripur

Where is Meripur located?
Meripur village is situated in Mahanga Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meripur is Madhupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meripur?
The pincode of Meripur is 754204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meripur is 567, with 287 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Meripur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meripur village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meripur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meripur is 79.54%. The male literacy rate is 86.06%, while the female literacy rate is 72.86%.