Meerpur - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Meerpur is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Sulemapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur is 194695. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.98 hectares and falls under the 276288 pincode. Moolpur is the nearest town, located about 230 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 Phoolpur pawai 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 248 people, including 107 males and 141 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,318 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
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 | 248 | 107 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 107 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 28 | 73 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sulemapur | West | 0.60 km |
| Begi Coll | North | 0.90 km |
| Boona | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Kangalpur | West | 1.07 km |
| Chakia | West | 1.46 km |
| Jagdishpur Katya | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Saraiya | North | 1.51 km |
| Dooltabad | East | 1.56 km |
| Shekhpura Palwari | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Andika | South | 1.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerpur
Meerpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bilwai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Moolpur to Meerpur is about 230 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Meerpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meerpur
Where is Meerpur located?
Meerpur village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerpur is Sulemapur.
What is the pincode of Meerpur?
The pincode of Meerpur is 276288.
What is the population of Meerpur?
Meerpur had a total population of 248, including 107 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur?
Meerpur had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur was 70.00%. Male literacy was 84.04% and female literacy was 58.62%.