Meerpur - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Meerpur is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Meerbakaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur is 194337. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.82 hectares and falls under the 223227 pincode. Saraymeer is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Nizamabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur village had a total population of 985 people, including 439 males and 546 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,244 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.82%, with male literacy at 75.62% and female literacy at 58.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 819.
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 | 985 | 439 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 819 | 374 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 276 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 163 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur
Meerpur 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 Meerpur
Meerpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Meerpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraymeer to Meerpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Meerpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Meerpur
Where is Meerpur located?
Meerpur village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerpur is Meerbakaspur.
What is the pincode of Meerpur?
The pincode of Meerpur is 223227.
What is the population of Meerpur?
Meerpur had a total population of 985, including 439 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur?
Meerpur had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur was 65.82%. Male literacy was 75.62% and female literacy was 58.15%.