Meru - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Meru is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meru is 415737. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Meru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meru
According to the 2011 Census, Meru village had a total population of 113 people, including 56 males and 57 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 37.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 42 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 14 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Meru
Meru 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 Meru
Meru 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 >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 Phulabani to Meru is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Meru is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meru 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 Meru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meru
Where is Meru located?
Meru village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meru?
The Gram Panchayat of Meru is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Meru?
The pincode of Meru is 762012.
What is the population of Meru?
Meru had a total population of 113, including 56 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Meru?
Meru had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meru was 62.24%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 37.25%.