Meppur
Meppur is a village located in Poonamallee taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Poonamallee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Meppur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Meppur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meppur unique in its vibrant Poonamallee-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Meppur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meppur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meppur is 629148. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600123. Poonamalli is nearest town to Meppur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Meppur
Population of Meppur
According to the 2011 Census, Meppur has a total population of about 3,493, with approximately 1,771 males and 1,722 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,078 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 47. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.00%, with male literacy at about 74.76% and female literacy near 63.07%. There are around 863 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meppur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,493 | 1,771 | 1,722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 206 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,078 | 1,066 | 1,012 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,410 | 1,324 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 447 | 636 |
Connectivity of Meppur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meppur. As per the 2011 stats, Meppur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 1 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 14 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meppur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meppur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meppur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meppur
- Where is Meppur located?
- Meppur village is situated in Poonamallee Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meppur?
- Meppur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meppur?
- The pincode of Meppur is 600123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meppur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meppur is 3,493, with 1,771 males and 1,722 females.
- How many households are there in Meppur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meppur village has a total of 863 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meppur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meppur is 69.00%. The male literacy rate is 74.76%, while the female literacy rate is 63.07%.