Meherpur - Khoyrasol, Birbhum
Meherpur is a village situated in the Khoyrasol subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khoyrasol and around 60.6 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Parsundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meherpur is 318442. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.38 hectares and falls under the 731125 pincode. Jamuria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Meherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Meherpur
According to the 2011 Census, Meherpur village had a total population of 651 people, including 347 males and 304 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.45%, with male literacy at 70.86% and female literacy at 40.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 651 | 347 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 214 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 133 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Meherpur
Meherpur 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 Meherpur
Public transport in the Meherpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamuria to Meherpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Meherpur is about 60.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meherpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meherpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meherpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meherpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meherpur
Where is Meherpur located?
Meherpur village is located in Khoyrasol Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meherpur is Parsundi.
What is the pincode of Meherpur?
The pincode of Meherpur is 731125.
What is the population of Meherpur?
Meherpur had a total population of 651, including 347 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Meherpur?
Meherpur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meherpur was 56.45%. Male literacy was 70.86% and female literacy was 40.44%.