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Village code 436022
Merai Village, Poundi-Uproda Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Merai is a village in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Korba district, Chhattisgarh. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Merai is a village in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Korba district, Chhattisgarh. For Merai, the population is 731, PIN code is 495445 and Census village code is 436022. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Merai Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 436022 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 495445 |
| Population | 731 |
| Households | 172 |
| Area | 229.76 ha / 2.30 sq. km / 568 acres |
| Population density | 318 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 914 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Katghora (83 km) |
| Current state | Chhattisgarh |
| Census 2011 state | Chhattisgarh |
| Current district | Korba |
| Census 2011 district | Korba |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 495445. This helps users verify the postal area for Merai, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 495445 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Katghora SO, Banjhiban BO, Binjhra BO, Darrabhatha BO, Jatga BO, and Jawali BO |
| Best matching post office | Katghora SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Korba |
| Postal state | Chhattisgarh |
| Postal division | Bilaspur Division |
| Postal circle | Chattisgarh Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Merai comes under Merai gram panchayat and Pondiupraura C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Poundi-Uproda at 65 km. The Census district headquarters, Korba, is 65 km away.
| Current state | Chhattisgarh |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Chhattisgarh |
| Current district | Korba |
| Census 2011 district | Korba |
| State code | 22 |
| District code | 404 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 3273 |
| C.D. Block code | 42 |
| Block panchayat code | 42 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Merai village and its household count.
Total population
731 residents in 172 households
Male population
382
Female population
349
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 8; Scheduled Tribes: 670
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| ASHA worker | Available |
|---|
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Available |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Not available in village |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Not available in village |
| Commercial power supply | Not available in village |
| Summer domestic power | 14 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 18 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 100.35 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 0.38 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 99.99 hectares |
| Forest area | 82.31 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 19.99 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 8.06 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Maize |
| Third crop | Mustard |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Jatga, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Jatga, more than 10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
How to Reach Merai
Katghora (83 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Poundi-Uproda is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Katghora (83 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Poundi-Uproda (65 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Chhattisgarh government website Official state/UT portal
- Korba district administration Official district portal
- Bhuiyan land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 436022
- India Post PIN code search 495445
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Merai. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Spring | Available |
| Spring Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Spring Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| River Canal | Available |
| River Canal Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General Public | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
| Public Distribution System PDS Shop | Available |
| Mandis Regular Market | Available |
| Weekly Haat | Available |
| Nutritional Centres ICDS | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Others | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Public Reading Room | Available |
| Assembly Polling Station | Available |
| Birth and Death Registration Office | Available |
| Power Supply for Domestic Use | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Merai village located?
Merai is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Korba.
Which Tehsil is Merai in?
Merai is in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Merai in?
District: Korba.
What is the village code of Merai?
The Census village code of Merai is 436022.
What is the PIN code of Merai?
The PIN code reported for Merai is 495445.
What is the population of Merai?
Merai has 731 residents in 172 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Merai part of?
Merai comes under Merai gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Merai?
The nearest statutory town to Merai is Katghora (83 km).
Which crops are grown in Merai?
The main crops reported for Merai are Paddy, Maize, and Mustard.
What land-use details are available for Merai?
Land-use details for Merai include net area sown: 100.35 hectares, irrigated area: 0.38 hectares, and unirrigated area: 99.99 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Merai?
Government primary school status for Merai is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Merai?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Merai?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Merai?
The total geographical area of Merai is 229.76 hectares.
How many households are in Merai?
Merai has 172 households as per Census 2011.
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