Meriapeta - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Meriapeta is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meriapeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meriapeta is 425081. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Meriapeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meriapeta
According to the 2011 Census, Meriapeta village had a total population of 326 people, including 153 males and 173 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.90%, with male literacy at 37.38% and female literacy at 15.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 326.
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 | 326 | 153 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 153 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 40 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 113 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Meriapeta
Meriapeta 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 Meriapeta
Public transport in the Meriapeta 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 Gudari to Meriapeta is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Meriapeta is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meriapeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meriapeta 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meriapeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meriapeta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meriapeta
Where is Meriapeta located?
Meriapeta village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meriapeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Meriapeta is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Meriapeta?
The pincode of Meriapeta is 765020.
What is the population of Meriapeta?
Meriapeta had a total population of 326, including 153 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Meriapeta?
Meriapeta had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meriapeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meriapeta was 24.90%. Male literacy was 37.38% and female literacy was 15.22%.