Meerapur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Meerapur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Sukulpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerapur is 212463. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.24 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode.
Meerapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerapur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerapur village had a total population of 1,287 people, including 677 males and 610 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.28%, with male literacy at 73.13% and female literacy at 54.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 616.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 677 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 616 | 330 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 411 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 596 | 266 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Meerapur
Meerapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Meerapur
Meerapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Meerapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mirzapur to Meerapur is about 40 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 Meerapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meerapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meerapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meerapur
Where is Meerapur located?
Meerapur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meerapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerapur is Sukulpur.
What is the pincode of Meerapur?
The pincode of Meerapur is 231304.
What is the population of Meerapur?
Meerapur had a total population of 1,287, including 677 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Meerapur?
Meerapur had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerapur was 64.28%. Male literacy was 73.13% and female literacy was 54.58%.