Meherpur - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Meherpur is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from Haroa. Sonapukur Sankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meherpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meherpur is 323685. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.92 hectares and falls under the 743611 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Meherpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Minakhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meherpur
As per Census 2011, Meherpur village has a total population of 2,373 people, consisting of 1,232 males and 1,141 females. The village has 538 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,473 literate and 900 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,834 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meherpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,373 | 1,232 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,834 | 951 | 883 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,473 | 850 | 623 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 382 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Meherpur
Meherpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatra | North | 0.88 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 1.35 km |
| Jamirgachhi | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Serpur | North | 1.56 km |
| Nangla Palpur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Kalianai | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Kulgachhi | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Haripur | North | 3.11 km |
| Talbaria | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Puratan Kamarganti | South-East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meherpur
Public transport in the Meherpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lebutala, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Meherpur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meherpur
Where is Meherpur located?
Meherpur village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meherpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meherpur is Sonapukur Sankarpur.
What is the pincode of Meherpur?
The pincode of Meherpur is 743611.
What is the population of Meherpur?
Meherpur has a total population of 2,373, including 1,232 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Meherpur?
There are 538 households in Meherpur.
What is the literacy rate in Meherpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meherpur is 62.07%. Male literacy is 68.99% and female literacy is 54.60%.