Meripur - Mahanga, Cuttack
Meripur is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Madhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meripur is 399425. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 754204 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Meripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meripur
As per Census 2011, Meripur village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 287 males and 280 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 287 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 247 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 40 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Meripur
Meripur 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 Meripur
Meripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Meripur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Meripur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meripur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Meripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meripur
Where is Meripur located?
Meripur village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meripur is Madhupur.
What is the pincode of Meripur?
The pincode of Meripur is 754204.
What is the population of Meripur?
Meripur has a total population of 567, including 287 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Meripur?
There are 143 households in Meripur.
What is the literacy rate in Meripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meripur is 79.54%. Male literacy is 86.06% and female literacy is 72.86%.