Meria
Meria is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 17.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Meria village.
Here you can discover what makes Meria unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Meria’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Meria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meria is 325148. The village spans a total geographical area of 334.5 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Meria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meria 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 Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Meria
Population of Meria
According to the 2011 Census, Meria has a total population of about 2,693, with approximately 1,393 males and 1,300 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,548 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 141. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.39%, with male literacy at about 81.84% and female literacy near 72.62%. There are around 690 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,393 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,548 | 797 | 751 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 2,084 | 1,140 | 944 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 253 | 356 |
Connectivity of Meria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meria. As per the 2011 stats, Meria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meria
Knowing the nearby villages of Meria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meria
- Where is Meria located?
- Meria village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Meria is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Meria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meria is 2,693, with 1,393 males and 1,300 females.
- How many households are there in Meria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meria village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meria is 77.39%. The male literacy rate is 81.84%, while the female literacy rate is 72.62%.