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
As per Census 2011, Meuriya village has a total population of 1,502 people, consisting of 739 males and 763 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,064 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meuriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,502 | 739 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 138 | 155 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,502, including 739 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Meuriya?
There are 217 households in Meuriya.
What is the literacy rate in Meuriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meuriya is 70.84%. Male literacy is 78.21% and female literacy is 63.70%.