Meerpur - Koil, Aligarh
Meerpur is a village situated in the Koil tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koil and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Meerpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur is 122531. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.2 hectares and falls under the 202125 pincode. Harduaganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Meerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpur
As per Census 2011, Meerpur village has a total population of 2,989 people, consisting of 1,617 males and 1,372 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,449 literate and 1,540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meerpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,449 | 1,020 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 597 | 943 |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur
Meerpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daudpur | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Bhawan Garhi | North | 1.40 km |
| Kalai | West | 1.73 km |
| Bhavigarh | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Varanadi | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Chairauli Khurd | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Chhiravali | South | 2.41 km |
| Samastpur Machhua | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Gwalra | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Chandaula Sujanpur | North-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Meerpur. The nearest railway station is Godha, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harduaganj to Meerpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Meerpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meerpur
Where is Meerpur located?
Meerpur village is located in Koil Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
Meerpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meerpur?
The pincode of Meerpur is 202125.
What is the population of Meerpur?
Meerpur has a total population of 2,989, including 1,617 males and 1,372 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur?
There are 475 households in Meerpur.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur is 48.48%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 31.27%.