Meetpur - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Meetpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Meetpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meetpur is 164420. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.02 hectares and falls under the 225201 pincode. Barabanki is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Meetpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meetpur
As per Census 2011, Meetpur village has a total population of 1,375 people, consisting of 726 males and 649 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 836 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meetpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,375 | 726 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 127 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 455 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 271 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Meetpur
Meetpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur | West | 0.60 km |
| Khojahanpur | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Lohati Jai | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Nizamuddinpur | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Gobaraha | West | 1.44 km |
| Lohati Pasai | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Baranpur | North | 1.74 km |
| Ganeshpur | East | 2.05 km |
| Aima | South | 2.09 km |
| Rajanapur | West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meetpur
Meetpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barabanki to Meetpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meetpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meetpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Meetpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meetpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meetpur
Where is Meetpur located?
Meetpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meetpur?
Meetpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meetpur?
The pincode of Meetpur is 225201.
What is the population of Meetpur?
Meetpur has a total population of 1,375, including 726 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Meetpur?
There are 279 households in Meetpur.
What is the literacy rate in Meetpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meetpur is 60.80%. Male literacy is 62.67% and female literacy is 58.71%.