Meruwa - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Meruwa is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Kotdwara and around 82 km from Pauri. Jugar Sain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meruwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meruwa is 048495. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.46 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Meruwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meruwa
According to the 2011 Census, Meruwa village had a total population of 144 people, including 64 males and 80 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.67%, with male literacy at 96.08% and female literacy at 79.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 49 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Meruwa
Meruwa 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 Meruwa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Meruwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Meruwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Meruwa is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meruwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meruwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meruwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meruwa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Meruwa
Where is Meruwa located?
Meruwa village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meruwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Meruwa is Jugar Sain.
What is the pincode of Meruwa?
The pincode of Meruwa is 246149.
What is the population of Meruwa?
Meruwa had a total population of 144, including 64 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Meruwa?
Meruwa had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meruwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meruwa was 86.67%. Male literacy was 96.08% and female literacy was 79.71%.