Meramahul - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Meramahul is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Kegaon and around 45 km from Bhawanipatna. Badachergaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meramahul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meramahul is 423684. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 766011 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Meramahul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meramahul
As per Census 2011, Meramahul village has a total population of 650 people, consisting of 323 males and 327 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meramahul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 650 | 323 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 196 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 127 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Meramahul
Meramahul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Phatamunda | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Karlagaon (kalagaon) | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Bileikuni | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Gundri | South | 2.97 km |
| Badchergaon | North | 3.08 km |
| Latabanji | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Garagaba | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Kholandi | East | 4.84 km |
| Kalam | South | 5.16 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-West | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meramahul
Meramahul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Junagarh to Meramahul is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Meramahul is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meramahul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meramahul 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meramahul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meramahul 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meramahul
Where is Meramahul located?
Meramahul village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meramahul?
The Gram Panchayat of Meramahul is Badachergaon.
What is the pincode of Meramahul?
The pincode of Meramahul is 766011.
What is the population of Meramahul?
Meramahul has a total population of 650, including 323 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Meramahul?
There are 173 households in Meramahul.
What is the literacy rate in Meramahul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meramahul is 48.92%. Male literacy is 60.68% and female literacy is 37.31%.