Village code 417276

Merama Village, Brahmanigaon Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Merama is a village in Brahmanigaon Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kandhamal district, Odisha. 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.

Merama village map in Odisha
Merama village map image for Brahmanigaon Tehsil, Odisha.

Village Overview

Merama is a village in Brahmanigaon Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kandhamal district, Odisha. For Merama, the population is 254, PIN code is 762021 and Census village code is 417276. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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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.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Merama village
Village code417276
PIN code762021
Population254
Households56
Area342 ha / 3.42 sq. km / 845 acres
Population density74 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1099 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townDigapahandi (88 km)
Current stateOdisha
Census 2011 stateOdisha
Current districtKandhamal
Census 2011 districtKandhamal

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 762021. This helps users verify the postal area for Merama, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Merama village
PIN code762021
Post offices linked with this PINBamunigaon S.O (Kandhamal), Allanjuri B.O, Gadapur B.O, Gudikia B.O, Hatimunda B.O, and Jhinjiriguda B.O
Best matching post officeBamunigaon S.O (Kandhamal) (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtKandhamal
Postal stateOdisha
Postal divisionPhulbani Division
Postal circleOdisha Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Merama comes under Bamunigam gram panchayat and Daringbadi C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Brahmanigaon Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Brahmanigaon at 38 km. The Census district headquarters, Phulbani, is 138 km away.

Administrative details for Merama
Current stateOdisha
Census 2011 stateOdisha
Current districtKandhamal
Census 2011 districtKandhamal
State code21
District code390
Tehsil / Census sub-district code3124
Gram panchayat code20
C.D. Block code226
Block panchayat code226

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Merama village and its household count.

Total population

254 residents in 56 households

Male population

121

Female population

133

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

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

Not available in village

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.

Health facilities reported for Merama
ASHA workerAvailable

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.

Connectivity and public services for Merama
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

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.

Water, sanitation and power details for Merama
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village

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.

Agriculture and land-use records for Merama
Net area sown32.27 hectares
Unirrigated area32.27 hectares
Forest area225.07 hectares
Non-agricultural area25.01 hectares
Current fallow land0.05 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropGinger
Third cropTurmeric

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.

Nearest facility clues for Merama
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Brahmanigaon, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Brahmanigaon, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Brahmanigaon, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Merama

Digapahandi (88 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Brahmanigaon 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.

Travel and connectivity details for Merama
Nearest major townDigapahandi (88 km)
Tehsil headquartersBrahmanigaon (38 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

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.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Merama. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Merama
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
SpringAvailable
Spring Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Spring Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable

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 Merama village located?

Merama is located in Brahmanigaon Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kandhamal.

Which Tehsil is Merama in?

Merama is in Brahmanigaon Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Merama in?

District: Kandhamal.

What is the village code of Merama?

The Census village code of Merama is 417276.

What is the PIN code of Merama?

The PIN code reported for Merama is 762021.

What is the population of Merama?

Merama has 254 residents in 56 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Merama part of?

Merama comes under Bamunigam gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Merama?

The nearest statutory town to Merama is Digapahandi (88 km).

Which crops are grown in Merama?

The main crops reported for Merama are Paddy, Ginger, and Turmeric.

What land-use details are available for Merama?

Land-use details for Merama include net area sown: 32.27 hectares and unirrigated area: 32.27 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Merama?

Government primary school status for Merama is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Merama?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Merama?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Merama?

The total geographical area of Merama is 342 hectares.

How many households are in Merama?

Merama has 56 households as per Census 2011.

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