Meranda - Gudari, Rayagada
Meranda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kadama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meranda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meranda is 426900. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Meranda 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 Meranda
According to the 2011 Census, Meranda village had a total population of 29 people, including 14 males and 15 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.00%, with male literacy at 25.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Meranda
Meranda 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 Meranda
Meranda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Meranda is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Meranda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meranda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meranda 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 Meranda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meranda 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 Meranda
Where is Meranda located?
Meranda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Meranda is Kadama.
What is the pincode of Meranda?
The pincode of Meranda is 765026.
What is the population of Meranda?
Meranda had a total population of 29, including 14 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Meranda?
Meranda had 8 households.