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Village code 40863
Merag Village, Joshimath Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Merag is a village in Joshimath Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. 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
Merag is a village in Joshimath Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. For Merag, the population is 451, PIN code is 246472 and Census village code is 40863. 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 Merag Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 40863 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 246472 |
| Population | 451 |
| Households | 100 |
| Area | 86.06 ha / 0.86 sq. km / 213 acres |
| Population density | 524 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 952 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Joshimath (6 km) |
| Current state | Uttarakhand |
| Census 2011 state | Uttarakhand |
| Current district | Chamoli |
| Census 2011 district | Chamoli |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 246472. This helps users verify the postal area for Merag, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 246472 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Pipalkoti SO, Bemaru BO, Dumak BO, Dweeng BO, Gadora BO, and Ganaimolta BO |
| Best matching post office | Pipalkoti SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Chamoli |
| Postal state | Uttarakhand |
| Postal division | Chamoli Division |
| Postal circle | Uttarakhand Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Merag comes under Merag gram panchayat and Joshimath C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Joshimath Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Joshimath at 6 km. The Census district headquarters, Gopeshwar, is 73 km away.
| Current state | Uttarakhand |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Uttarakhand |
| Current district | Chamoli |
| Census 2011 district | Chamoli |
| State code | 5 |
| District code | 57 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 284 |
| C.D. Block code | 7 |
| Block panchayat code | 7 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Merag village and its household count.
Total population
451 residents in 100 households
Male population
231
Female population
220
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 75; Scheduled Tribes: 133
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
Available; count: 1
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.
| 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 | Available |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not 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.
| 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 | 8 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 10 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 | 51.28 hectares |
|---|---|
| Unirrigated area | 51.28 hectares |
| Forest area | 13.88 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Pules |
| Third crop | Potato |
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.
| Middle school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Joshimath, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Joshimath, 5-10 km away. |
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Joshimath, 5-10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 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 5-10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Merag
Joshimath (6 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Joshimath 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 | Joshimath (6 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Joshimath (6 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
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.
- Uttarakhand government website Official state/UT portal
- Chamoli district administration Official district portal
- Bhulekh land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 40863
- India Post PIN code search 246472
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Merag. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Private Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated 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 |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual Driven | Available |
| National Highway | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Daily Newspaper Supply | 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 Merag village located?
Merag is located in Joshimath Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Chamoli.
Which Tehsil is Merag in?
Merag is in Joshimath Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Merag in?
District: Chamoli.
What is the village code of Merag?
The Census village code of Merag is 40863.
What is the PIN code of Merag?
The PIN code reported for Merag is 246472.
What is the population of Merag?
Merag has 451 residents in 100 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Merag part of?
Merag comes under Merag gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Merag?
The nearest statutory town to Merag is Joshimath (6 km).
Which crops are grown in Merag?
The main crops reported for Merag are Paddy, Pules, and Potato.
What land-use details are available for Merag?
Land-use details for Merag include net area sown: 51.28 hectares and unirrigated area: 51.28 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Merag?
Government primary school status for Merag is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Merag?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Merag?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Merag?
The total geographical area of Merag is 86.06 hectares.
How many households are in Merag?
Merag has 100 households as per Census 2011.
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