Meria - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Meria is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Vatpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meria is 311146. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.64 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Meria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balurghat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Meria
Meria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bhatshala | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Kalaibari | East | 0.91 km |
| Fatepur | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Dangi | North | 1.15 km |
| Chak Harina | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Bhatpara | East | 1.82 km |
| Badmulukkismat | West | 2.03 km |
| Khidirpur | North | 2.27 km |
| Chak Ghatak | East | 2.37 km |
| Radhanagar Bhratta | North-West | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meria
Meria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Meria is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Meria is about 5.8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Meria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meria
Where is Meria located?
Meria village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meria?
The Gram Panchayat of Meria is Vatpara.
What is the pincode of Meria?
The pincode of Meria is 733145.