Meerapur
Meerapur is a village located in Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Meerganj (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Bareilly. As per 2009 stats, Meerapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meerapur unique in its vibrant Meerganj-Bareilly region. You’ll see Meerapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meerapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meerapur is 129657. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 243501. Fatehganj West is nearest town to Meerapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meerapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bareilly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meerapur
Population of Meerapur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerapur has a total population of about 2,570, with approximately 1,412 males and 1,158 females. The sex ratio is around 820 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 454 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 689 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.18%, with male literacy at about 54.25% and female literacy near 34.11%. There are around 427 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meerapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,570 | 1,412 | 1,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 245 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 364 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 766 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,409 | 646 | 763 |
Connectivity of Meerapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meerapur. As per the 2011 stats, Meerapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meerapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meerapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meerapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meerapur
- Where is Meerapur located?
- Meerapur village is situated in Meerganj Tehsil, within the Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meerapur?
- Meerapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meerapur?
- The pincode of Meerapur is 243501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meerapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meerapur is 2,570, with 1,412 males and 1,158 females.
- How many households are there in Meerapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meerapur village has a total of 427 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meerapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meerapur is 45.18%. The male literacy rate is 54.25%, while the female literacy rate is 34.11%.