Meerpur
Meerpur is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Devkali is the gram panchayat of Meerpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Meerpur unique in its vibrant Kerakat-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Meerpur’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 Meerpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meerpur is 203067. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222142. Jaunpur is nearest town to Meerpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Meerpur
Population of Meerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur has a total population of about 776, with approximately 373 males and 403 females. The sex ratio is around 1080 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 121 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 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 63.79%, with male literacy at about 72.92% and female literacy near 55.33%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meerpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 373 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 70 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 495 | 272 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 101 | 180 |
Connectivity of Meerpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meerpur. As per the 2011 stats, Meerpur 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 Meerpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Meerpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meerpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meerpur
- Where is Meerpur located?
- Meerpur village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meerpur is Devkali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meerpur?
- The pincode of Meerpur is 222142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meerpur is 776, with 373 males and 403 females.
- How many households are there in Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meerpur village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meerpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meerpur is 63.79%. The male literacy rate is 72.92%, while the female literacy rate is 55.33%.