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.
Here you can discover what makes Meerapur unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Meerapur has a total population of about 1,938, with approximately 937 males and 1,001 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 294 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 503 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 58.67%, with male literacy at about 70.12% and female literacy near 47.95%. There are around 303 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 | 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 |
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%.