Meerapur
Meerapur is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Meerapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Meerapur has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Meerapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meerapur is 200583. The village spans a total geographical area of 167.87 hectares. Jounpur is nearest town to Meerapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur 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
Below is a concise population overview of Meerapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,938 | 937 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 228 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,137 | 657 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 280 | 521 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meerapur village:
- The total population of Meerapur village is around 1,938, including approximately 937 males and 1,001 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 294 children aged 0–6 years in Meerapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meerapur village has 503 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Meerapur village is about 58.67%, with male literacy at 70.12% and female literacy at 47.95%.
- There are around 303 households in Meerapur village.
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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ 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 Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur 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 population of Meerapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meerapur is 1,938, with 937 males and 1,001 females.
- How many households are there in Meerapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meerapur village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meerapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meerapur is 58.67%. The male literacy rate is 70.12%, while the female literacy rate is 47.95%.