Meerpur - Khalilabad, Sant Kabir Nagar
Meerpur is a village situated in the Khalilabad tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalilabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Upadhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur is 182449. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.92 hectares and falls under the 272175 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
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 Khalilabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meerpur village had a total population of 333 people, including 180 males and 153 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.04%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 77.31%.
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 | 333 | 180 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 136 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 44 | 61 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhainsaria | South-East | 0.54 km |
| Babhni | North-West | 0.97 km |
| Karhi | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Usra Shaheed | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Pairi | South | 1.50 km |
| Deoria Bijaie | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Bhita Ramsen | West | 1.80 km |
| Bdhya Raja | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Banni | South | 1.87 km |
| Pidwa | North | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerpur
Meerpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Orwara, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Meerpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Meerpur is about 30 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 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meerpur
Where is Meerpur located?
Meerpur village is located in Khalilabad Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerpur is Upadhi.
What is the pincode of Meerpur?
The pincode of Meerpur is 272175.
What is the population of Meerpur?
Meerpur had a total population of 333, including 180 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur?
Meerpur had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur was 86.04%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 77.31%.