Meerpura - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Meerpura is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from Dera Bassi and around 48 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Mirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpura is 039261. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 140201 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Meerpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpura
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpura village had a total population of 895 people, including 470 males and 425 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.68%, with male literacy at 89.72% and female literacy at 74.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 895 | 470 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 256 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 384 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 86 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Meerpura
Meerpura 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 Meerpura
Meerpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Meerpura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Meerpura is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meerpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Meerpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerpura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meerpura
Where is Meerpura located?
Meerpura village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerpura is Mirpur.
What is the pincode of Meerpura?
The pincode of Meerpura is 140201.
What is the population of Meerpura?
Meerpura had a total population of 895, including 470 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Meerpura?
Meerpura had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpura was 82.68%. Male literacy was 89.72% and female literacy was 74.87%.