Meranas
Meranas is a village located in Tentulikhunti tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Tentulikhunti (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Dahana is the gram panchayat of Meranas village.
Here you can discover what makes Meranas unique in its vibrant Tentulikhunti-Nabarangapur region. You’ll see Meranas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meranas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meranas is 428015. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764078. Nabarangapur is nearest town to Meranas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Meranas
Population of Meranas
According to the 2011 Census, Meranas has a total population of about 658, with approximately 323 males and 335 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 245. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.64%, with male literacy at about 55.42% and female literacy near 28.36%. There are around 183 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meranas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 323 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 169 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 112 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 179 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 144 | 240 |
Connectivity of Meranas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meranas. As per the 2011 stats, Meranas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meranas
Knowing the nearby villages of Meranas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meranas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meranas
- Where is Meranas located?
- Meranas village is situated in Tentulikhunti Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meranas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meranas is Dahana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meranas?
- The pincode of Meranas is 764078, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meranas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meranas is 658, with 323 males and 335 females.
- How many households are there in Meranas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meranas village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meranas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meranas is 41.64%. The male literacy rate is 55.42%, while the female literacy rate is 28.36%.