Meriapanga - Gudari, Rayagada
Meriapanga is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . M.k.rai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meriapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meriapanga is 426985. The village covers a total geographical area of 977 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Meriapanga 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 Meriapanga
As per Census 2011, Meriapanga village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 135 males and 157 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,162 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meriapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 135 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 125 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 63 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Meriapanga
Meriapanga 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 Meriapanga
Meriapanga 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 Gudari to Meriapanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Meriapanga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meriapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meriapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Meriapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meriapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meriapanga
Where is Meriapanga located?
Meriapanga village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meriapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Meriapanga is M.k.rai.
What is the pincode of Meriapanga?
The pincode of Meriapanga is 765026.
What is the population of Meriapanga?
Meriapanga has a total population of 292, including 135 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Meriapanga?
There are 68 households in Meriapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Meriapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meriapanga is 45.89%. Male literacy is 53.33% and female literacy is 39.49%.