Meerpur
Meerpur is a village located in Koil tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Koil (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Meerpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meerpur unique in its vibrant Koil-Aligarh region. You’ll see Meerpur’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 Meerpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meerpur is 122531. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 202125. Harduaganj is nearest town to Meerpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meerpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aligarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meerpur
Population of Meerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur has a total population of about 2,989, with approximately 1,617 males and 1,372 females. The sex ratio is around 848 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 566 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 450 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.48%, with male literacy at about 63.08% and female literacy near 31.27%. There are around 475 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meerpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,989 | 1,617 | 1,372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 301 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 252 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,449 | 1,020 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 597 | 943 |
Connectivity of Meerpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meerpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meerpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meerpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meerpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meerpur
- Where is Meerpur located?
- Meerpur village is situated in Koil Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
- Meerpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meerpur?
- The pincode of Meerpur is 202125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meerpur is 2,989, with 1,617 males and 1,372 females.
- How many households are there in Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meerpur village has a total of 475 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meerpur is 48.48%. The male literacy rate is 63.08%, while the female literacy rate is 31.27%.