Meuriya - Sagri, Azamgarh
Meuriya is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Meuriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meuriya is 192585. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.1 hectares and falls under the 276136 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Meuriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meuriya
According to the 2011 Census, Meuriya village had a total population of 1,502 people, including 739 males and 763 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.22%, with male literacy at 90.31% and female literacy at 72.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 1,502 | 739 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 138 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,064 | 578 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 161 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Meuriya
Meuriya 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 Meuriya
Meuriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mahrajganj to Meuriya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Meuriya is about 30 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 Meuriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meuriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meuriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meuriya 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 Meuriya
Where is Meuriya located?
Meuriya village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meuriya?
Meuriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meuriya?
The pincode of Meuriya is 276136.
What is the population of Meuriya?
Meuriya had a total population of 1,502, including 739 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Meuriya?
Meuriya had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meuriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meuriya was 81.22%. Male literacy was 90.31% and female literacy was 72.54%.