Merua

Merua is a village located in Memari I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.5km away from sub-district headquarter Memari. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Merua village. As per 2009 stats, Amadpur is the gram panchayat of Merua village.

Merua has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Merua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merua is 320254. The village spans a total geographical area of 112.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713154. Memari is nearest town to Merua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Merua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,079 550 529
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 66 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 242 127 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 278 133 145
Literate Population 728 398 330
Illiterate Population 351 152 199

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

  • The total population of Merua village is around 1,079, including approximately 550 males and 529 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Merua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merua village has 242 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 278 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merua village is about 67.47%, with male literacy at 72.36% and female literacy at 62.38%.
  • There are around 247 households in Merua village.

Connectivity of Merua

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

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

Nearby Villages of Merua

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Merua

Where is Merua located?
Merua village is situated in Memari I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merua?
The Gram Panchayat of Merua is Amadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merua?
The pincode of Merua is 713154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merua is 1,079, with 550 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Merua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merua village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merua is 67.47%. The male literacy rate is 72.36%, while the female literacy rate is 62.38%.