Meral
Meral is a village located in Raina I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.5km away from sub-district headquarter Shyamsundar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Meral village. As per 2009 stats, Mugura is the gram panchayat of Meral village.
Here you can discover what makes Meral unique in its vibrant Raina I-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Meral’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meral
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meral is 320808. The village spans a total geographical area of 276.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713424. Burdwan is nearest town to Meral village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Meral
Population of Meral
According to the 2011 Census, Meral has a total population of about 2,967, with approximately 1,477 males and 1,490 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,089 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 143. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.67%, with male literacy at about 83.34% and female literacy near 74.03%. There are around 682 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,967 | 1,477 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 541 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,334 | 1,231 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 246 | 387 |
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 10+ km distance |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meral
- Where is Meral located?
- Meral village is situated in Raina I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Mugura (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 713424, 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 2,967, with 1,477 males and 1,490 females.
- How many households are there in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meral village has a total of 682 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meral is 78.67%. The male literacy rate is 83.34%, while the female literacy rate is 74.03%.