Meral - Raina - I, Purba Bardhaman
Meral is a village situated in the Raina - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.5 km from Shyamsundar. Mugura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meral is 320808. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.18 hectares and falls under the 713424 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Meral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meral
As per Census 2011, Meral village has a total population of 2,967 people, consisting of 1,477 males and 1,490 females. The village has 682 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,334 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,089 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,967 | 1,477 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 541 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,334 | 1,231 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 246 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Meral
Meral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagatpur | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Jamaipota | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Madanagar | West | 1.73 km |
| Mugura | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Sekhpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Shukur | North | 2.31 km |
| Teandul | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Rasuikhanda | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Dakshinkul | East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meral
Meral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chanchai, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burdwan to Meral is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Meral
Where is Meral located?
Meral village is located in Raina - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meral?
The Gram Panchayat of Meral is Mugura.
What is the pincode of Meral?
The pincode of Meral is 713424.
What is the population of Meral?
Meral has a total population of 2,967, including 1,477 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Meral?
There are 682 households in Meral.
What is the literacy rate in Meral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meral is 78.67%. Male literacy is 83.34% and female literacy is 74.03%.