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
According to the 2011 Census, Meriapanga village had a total population of 292 people, including 135 males and 157 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.30%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 46.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 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 had a total population of 292, including 135 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Meriapanga?
Meriapanga had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meriapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meriapanga was 56.30%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 46.27%.