Meherpur

Meherpur is a village located in Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.5km away from sub-district headquarter Ahmadpur. Suri is the district headquarter of Meherpur village. As per 2009 stats, Ahmedpur is the gram panchayat of Meherpur village.

Meherpur has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Meherpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meherpur is 317380. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731234. Bolpur is nearest town to Meherpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Meherpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Labhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bolpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Meherpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 623 329 294
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 28 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 132 71 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 480 265 215
Illiterate Population 143 64 79

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

  • The total population of Meherpur village is around 623, including approximately 329 males and 294 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Meherpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Meherpur village has 132 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Meherpur village is about 77.05%, with male literacy at 80.55% and female literacy at 73.13%.
  • There are around 140 households in Meherpur village.

Connectivity of Meherpur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Meherpur

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

Nimgaria Shashidharpur Suraipur Amdahara Dumuria Palashdanga Konarpur Babuia Kaluraypur Goraipur Dakshin Siur

Frequently Asked Questions about Meherpur

Where is Meherpur located?
Meherpur village is situated in Sainthia Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meherpur is Ahmedpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Meherpur?
The pincode of Meherpur is 731234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Meherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meherpur is 623, with 329 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Meherpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Meherpur village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meherpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meherpur is 77.05%. The male literacy rate is 80.55%, while the female literacy rate is 73.13%.