Meerpur - Utraula, Balrampur
Meerpur is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Meerpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur is 174144. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.1 hectares and falls under the 271609 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Meerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur village had a total population of 801 people, including 422 males and 379 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.31%, with male literacy at 66.38% and female literacy at 47.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 801 | 422 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 233 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 189 | 228 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Utraula to Meerpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Meerpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Meerpur
Where is Meerpur located?
Meerpur village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur 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 271609.
What is the population of Meerpur?
Meerpur had a total population of 801, including 422 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur?
Meerpur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur was 57.31%. Male literacy was 66.38% and female literacy was 47.34%.