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.
Meral 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 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
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.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meral village:
- The total population of Meral village is around 2,967, including approximately 1,477 males and 1,490 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 238 children aged 0–6 years in Meral village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meral village has 1,089 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 143 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meral village is about 78.67%, with male literacy at 83.34% and female literacy at 74.03%.
- There are around 682 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 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%.