Meria - Chunar, Mirzapur
Meria is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Mediya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meria is 212402. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.91 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode.
Meria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Meria
As per Census 2011, Meria village has a total population of 2,031 people, consisting of 1,053 males and 978 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,463 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 551 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,031 | 1,053 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 139 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 278 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 1,463 | 835 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 218 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Meria
Meria 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 Meria
Meria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Meria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Meria 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 Meria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meria 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meria
Where is Meria located?
Meria village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meria?
The Gram Panchayat of Meria is Mediya.
What is the pincode of Meria?
The pincode of Meria is 231304.
What is the population of Meria?
Meria has a total population of 2,031, including 1,053 males and 978 females.
How many households are there in Meria?
There are 319 households in Meria.
What is the literacy rate in Meria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meria is 72.03%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 64.21%.