Meriatundi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Meriatundi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Landagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meriatundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meriatundi is 416482. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Meriatundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meriatundi
According to the 2011 Census, Meriatundi village had a total population of 254 people, including 123 males and 131 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.96%, with male literacy at 64.95% and female literacy at 40.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 254 | 123 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 60 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Meriatundi
Meriatundi 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 Meriatundi
Public transport in the Meriatundi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Meriatundi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Meriatundi is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meriatundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meriatundi 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 Meriatundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meriatundi 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 Meriatundi
Where is Meriatundi located?
Meriatundi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meriatundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Meriatundi is Landagaon.
What is the pincode of Meriatundi?
The pincode of Meriatundi is 762110.
What is the population of Meriatundi?
Meriatundi had a total population of 254, including 123 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Meriatundi?
Meriatundi had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meriatundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meriatundi was 51.96%. Male literacy was 64.95% and female literacy was 40.19%.