Meranda

Meranda is a village located in Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gudari (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Kadama is the gram panchayat of Meranda village.

Meranda has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Meranda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meranda is 426900. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765026. Rayagada is nearest town to Meranda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 102km away.

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Population of Meranda

Below is a concise population overview of Meranda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 29 14 15
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 2 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 28 13 15
Literate Population 3 3 N/A
Illiterate Population 26 11 15

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meranda village:

  • The total population of Meranda village is around 29, including approximately 14 males and 15 females, with a sex ratio of 1071 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 4 children aged 0–6 years in Meranda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meranda village has 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Meranda village is about 10.34%.
  • There are around 8 households in Meranda village.

Connectivity of Meranda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meranda. As per the 2011 stats, Meranda 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Meranda

Knowing the nearby villages of Meranda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meranda.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meranda

Where is Meranda located?
Meranda village is situated in Gudari Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Meranda is Kadama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meranda?
The pincode of Meranda is 765026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meranda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meranda is 29, with 14 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Meranda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meranda village has a total of 8 households.