Meherulla
Meherulla is a village located in Phansidewa subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.9km away from sub-district headquarter Phansidewa. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Meherulla village. As per 2009 stats, Hetmuri is the gram panchayat of Meherulla village.
Meherulla has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Meherulla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meherulla is 306727. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734434. Bagdogra is nearest town to Meherulla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Meherulla
Population of Meherulla
Below is a concise population overview of Meherulla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,501 | 717 | 784 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 111 | 111 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 112 | 119 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,157 | 549 | 608 |
Literate Population | 554 | 304 | 250 |
Illiterate Population | 947 | 413 | 534 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meherulla village:
- The total population of Meherulla village is around 1,501, including approximately 717 males and 784 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 222 children aged 0–6 years in Meherulla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meherulla village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,157 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meherulla village is about 36.91%, with male literacy at 42.40% and female literacy at 31.89%.
- There are around 319 households in Meherulla village.
Connectivity of Meherulla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meherulla. As per the 2011 stats, Meherulla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meherulla
Knowing the nearby villages of Meherulla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meherulla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meherulla
- Where is Meherulla located?
- Meherulla village is situated in Phansidewa Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meherulla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meherulla is Hetmuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Meherulla?
- The pincode of Meherulla is 734434, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meherulla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meherulla is 1,501, with 717 males and 784 females.
- How many households are there in Meherulla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meherulla village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meherulla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meherulla is 36.91%. The male literacy rate is 42.40%, while the female literacy rate is 31.89%.