Meerpur - Mawana, Meerut
Meerpur is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Takhawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur is 118724. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.328 hectares and falls under the 250401 pincode.
Meerpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpur
As per Census 2011, Meerpur village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 408 males and 300 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 735 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meerpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 408 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 315 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 93 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur
Meerpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Takhawali | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Nagla Khepar | North | 1.52 km |
| Shahapur | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Rampur Ghoria | South | 2.70 km |
| Akbarpur Sadat | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Sohanjni | North | 2.84 km |
| Nagori | West | 2.94 km |
| Rahawati | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Ghatayan Dakshni | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Batawli | East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Meerpur. The nearest railway station is Khatauli, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 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 Meerut to Meerpur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meerpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meerpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meerpur
Where is Meerpur located?
Meerpur village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerpur is Takhawali.
What is the pincode of Meerpur?
The pincode of Meerpur is 250401.
What is the population of Meerpur?
Meerpur has a total population of 708, including 408 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur?
There are 120 households in Meerpur.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur is 71.05%. Male literacy is 77.21% and female literacy is 62.67%.