Meora - Bilgram, Hardoi
Meora is a village situated in the Bilgram tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilgram and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Meora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meora is 140552. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.16 hectares and falls under the 241301 pincode. Bilgram is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Meora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilgram-mallanwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meora
As per Census 2011, Meora village has a total population of 1,969 people, consisting of 1,042 males and 927 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,097 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,969 | 1,042 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 139 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 152 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 687 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 355 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Meora
Meora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katri Jarsenamau | South | 0.89 km |
| Katri Meora | West | 1.01 km |
| Karehka | North | 1.13 km |
| Katri Karehka | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Paindapur | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Naurangpur | East | 1.72 km |
| Jarsenamau | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Gang Barar Katri Jarsenamau Ch | South | 1.85 km |
| Gang Barar Katri Jarsenamau | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Choliapur | North | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meora
Meora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kannauj City, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilgram to Meora is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Meora is about 35 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 Meora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meora 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 Meora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meora
Where is Meora located?
Meora village is located in Bilgram Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meora?
Meora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Meora?
The pincode of Meora is 241301.
What is the population of Meora?
Meora has a total population of 1,969, including 1,042 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Meora?
There are 287 households in Meora.
What is the literacy rate in Meora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meora is 55.71%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 44.23%.