Meral

Meral is a village located in Indus subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.4km away from sub-district headquarter Indus. Bankura is the district headquarter of Meral village. As per 2009 stats, Indas Ii is the gram panchayat of Meral village.

Meral has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Meral

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meral is 327738. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722205. Sonamukhi is nearest town to Meral village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Meral

Below is a concise population overview of Meral as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 762 397 365
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 25 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 22 11 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 685 370 315
Illiterate Population 77 27 50

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meral village:

  • The total population of Meral village is around 762, including approximately 397 males and 365 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meral village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meral village is about 89.90%, with male literacy at 93.20% and female literacy at 86.30%.
  • There are around 163 households in Meral village.

Connectivity of Meral

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meral. As per the 2011 stats, Meral had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Meral

Knowing the nearby villages of Meral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meral.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meral

Where is Meral located?
Meral village is situated in Indus Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Indas Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meral?
The pincode of Meral is 722205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meral is 762, with 397 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 89.90%. The male literacy rate is 93.20%, while the female literacy rate is 86.30%.