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What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Smart Meter?
Whenever a new technology comes, it has both advantages and disadvantages, Even with smart meters. So here is the list of advantages and disadvantages of smart meters. Advantages: 1. Smart meter sends your reading daily which you can see with the help of a mobile app. That is, you can monitor your cRead more
Whenever a new technology comes, it has both advantages and disadvantages, Even with smart meters.
So here is the list of advantages and disadvantages of smart meters.
Advantages:
1. Smart meter sends your reading daily which you can see with the help of a mobile app. That is, you can monitor your consumption on a daily basis, which earlier you used to know after a full month when the meter reader used to give you your bill.
2. You can recharge as many as you want.
3. In a smart meter you don’t have to pay a reconnection charge to restore the supply after disconnection, while in the old meter, you have to pay the reconnection charge along with the bill.
4. With a smart meter, the chances of getting your bill wrong are very less. Because the smart meter automatically sends your reading. In this, no one has to type after seeing your reading, which eliminates the possibility of human error.
5. You can remotely track your usage, balance, and payments online.
6. It automatically informs the department when the meter gets faulty.
7. In the old meter, when the house or shop was closed, your bill was made on average, which is not the case with the smart meter.
Disadvantages:
1. In the smart meter, the connection and disconnection of electricity depend on the network and server. In such a situation, if at any time your light gets cut off and there is a fault in the network or server during your recharge, then you may have to live without light.
2. Your bill is not generated as per the average when the smart meter is faulty. But when your meter is repaired or replaced, then the entire bill for the meter defective period is deducted from your balance once. Due to this, your light can be disconnected, and you can get into trouble.
3. Earlier you used to get 15 working days to deposit the bill after receiving it. Whereas in a smart meter, you have to pay the bill before using it.
4. Earlier you used to get the hard copy of the bill every month through a meter reader, whereas in smart meter you can only see it online.
जब भी कोई नई तकनीक आती है तो उसके फायदे और नुकसान दोनों होते हैं। स्मार्ट मीटर के साथ भी ऐसा ही है। तो यहां स्मार्ट मीटर के फायदे और नुकसान की सूची दी गई है।
फायदे:
1. स्मार्ट मीटर आपकी रीडिंग डेली भेजता है जिसे आप मोबाइल एप्प की मदद से देख सकते है यानि आप अपना खपत डेली बेसिस पे मॉनिटर कर सकते है, जो की पहले आपको पुरे महिने के बाद पता चलता था जब मीटर रीडर आपका बिल देता था।
2. आप अपने अनुसार जितने चाहे उतने का रिचार्ज कर सकते है।
3. स्मार्ट मीटर में आपको कोई रेकनेक्शन चार्ज नहीं देना पड़ता है, जबकि पुराने मीटर में अगर बकाया के कारण लाइट कट जाये तो बिल के साथ साथ रेकनेक्शन चार्ज भी देना पड़ता है।
4. स्मार्ट मीटर से आपका बिल गलत होने की संभावना बहुत कम हो जाती है। क्युकी स्मार्ट मीटर आपका रीडिंग खुद ही भेजता है इसमें किसी को आपका रीडिंग देख कर टाइप नहीं करना होता है, जिससे ह्यूमन एरर की सम्भावना ख़त्म हो जाती है।
5. आप अपने उपयोग, शेष राशि और भुगतान को ऑनलाइन ट्रैक कर सकते हैं।
6. मीटर खराब होने पर यह स्वत: ही विभाग को सूचित कर देता है।
7. पुराने मीटर में घर या दुकान बंद रहने पर आपका बिल औसत पे बनता था जो कि स्मार्ट मीटर के केस में नहीं है।
नुकसान:
See less1. स्मार्ट मीटर में, बिजली का कनेक्शन और डिसकनेक्शन नेटवर्क और सर्वर पे डिपेंड करता है। ऐसे में अगर किसी समय आपकी लाइट कट जाती है और आपके रिचार्ज के दौरान नेटवर्क या सर्वर में कोई खराबी आ जाती है तो आपको बिना लाइट के रहना पड़ सकता है।
2. स्मार्ट मीटर खराब होने पर आपका बिल औसत के अनुसार नहीं बनता है। लेकिन जब आपका मीटर ठीक किया जाता है या बदला जाता है तब मीटर खराब अवधी का पूरा बिल आपके बैलेंस से एक बार कट जाता है। जिससे आपकी लाइट कट सकती है और आप समस्या में आ सकते है।
3. पहले आपको बिल मिलने के बाद जमा करने के लिए 15 दिन का और समय मिलता था। जबकि स्मार्ट मीटर में आपको बिल का भुगतान इस्तेमाल करने से पहले करना पड़ता है।
4. पहले आपको हर महीने मीटर रीडर द्वारा बिल का हार्डकॉपी मिलता था, जबकि स्मार्ट मीटर में आप सिर्फ ऑनलाइन देख सकते है।
What is a Temporary Connection?
A temporary electricity connection is a short-period electricity connection. When we need an electric power supply for a short period like for a few days or 1 month, 2 months, etc. then we choose a temporary connection. There are many occasions when we need a temporary electricity connection. Like fRead more
A temporary electricity connection is a short-period electricity connection. When we need an electric power supply for a short period like for a few days or 1 month, 2 months, etc. then we choose a temporary connection. There are many occasions when we need a temporary electricity connection. Like for a fair, function, party, pooja pandal(Worship), construction of a house, etc.
In a temporary connection, the bill is charged at a higher rate than in a permanent connection. But in a permanent connection, there is a minimum agreement period. That is, the permanent connection will be available for at least the minimum agreement period only. Or if you surrender the connection before the agreement period, then you will have to pay the bill for the entire period. This agreement period usually lasts for 1 year.
एक अस्थायी बिजली कनेक्शन एक छोटी अवधि का बिजली कनेक्शन है। जब हमें थोड़े समय के लिए बिजली की आपूर्ति की आवश्यकता होती है जैसे कुछ दिनों या 1 महीने, 2 महीने आदि के लिए, तो हम एक अस्थायी कनेक्शन चुनते हैं। ऐसे कई अवसर होते हैं जब हमें अस्थायी बिजली कनेक्शन की आवश्यकता होती है। जैसे मेला, समारोह, पार्टी, पूजा पंडाल (पूजा), घर का निर्माण आदि।
See lessटेम्पररी कनेक्शन में, परमानेंट कनेक्शन से अधिक रेट से बिल लिया जाता है..लेकिन परमानेंट कनेक्शन में मिनिमम एग्रीमेंट पीरियड होता है। यानि की परमानेंट कनेक्शन कम से कम मिनिमम अग्र्रिमेंट पीरियड के लिए ही मिलेगा। या अगर आप एग्रीमेंट अवधि से पहले कनेक्शन सरेंडर करते हैं तो आपको पूरी अवधि के बिल का भुगतान करना होगा। यह एग्रीमेंट पीरियड सामान्यतः 1 साल रहता है।
1 Unit of Electricity Means?
A unit of electricity, also known as a kilowatt-hour (kWh), is a measure of electrical energy that is equivalent to the energy consumed by one kilowatt of power over a period of one hour. Simply 1 unit of electricity means 1kWh. It means if we use a load of 1kW or 1000Watt for 1 hour it will consumeRead more
A unit of electricity, also known as a kilowatt-hour (kWh), is a measure of electrical energy that is equivalent to the energy consumed by one kilowatt of power over a period of one hour.
Simply 1 unit of electricity means 1kWh. It means if we use a load of 1kW or 1000Watt for 1 hour it will consume 1 unit of electricity.
For example, if you have a 100-watt light bulb that is turned on for 10 hours, it will use 1 unit of electricity, because 100 watts x 10 hours = 1,000 watt-hours, which is equal to 1 kWh. Similarly, if you have a 1,000-watt microwave oven that is used for 30 minutes, it will use 0.5 units of electricity, because 1,000 watts x (30 minutes / 60 minutes) = 500 watts-hours, which is equal to 0.5 kWh.
Another example, If we use a 60-watt fan for 20 hours it will consume 1200 watts-hours which is 1.2 kWh or 1.2 units.
बिजली की एक यूनिट, जिसे किलोवाट-घंटा (kWh) के रूप में भी जाना जाता है, विद्युत ऊर्जा का एक माप है जो एक घंटे की अवधि में एक किलोवाट बिजली द्वारा खपत ऊर्जा के बराबर है।
अर्थात 1 यूनिट बिजली का मतलब 1kWh है। इसका मतलब है कि अगर हम 1kW या 1000 वाट का लोड 1 घंटे के लिए इस्तेमाल करते हैं तो यह 1 यूनिट बिजली की खपत होगा।
उदाहरण के लिए, यदि आपके पास 100 वाट का बल्ब है जो 10 घंटे के लिए चालू रहता है, तो यह 1 यूनिट बिजली का उपयोग करेगा, क्योंकि 100 वाट x 10 घंटे = 1,000 वाट-घंटे, जो कि 1 kWh के बराबर है। इसी तरह, यदि आपके पास 1,000 वॉट का माइक्रोवेव ओवन है जो 30 मिनट के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है, तो यह 0.5 यूनिट बिजली का उपयोग करेगा, क्योंकि 1,000 वॉट x (30 मिनट / 60 मिनट) = 500 वाट-घंटे, जो 0.5 kWh के बराबर है।
एक अन्य उदाहरण, यदि हम 20 घंटे के लिए 60 वॉट के पंखे का उपयोग करते हैं तो यह 1200 वाट-घंटे की खपत करेगा जो कि 1.2 kWh या 1.2 यूनिट है।
See lessHow to Pay Electricity Bill Using Google Pay?
To pay your electricity bill using Google Pay, you will need to do the following: > Open Google Pay on your phone. > Tap on the "Pay bills" button. > Now choose "Electricity" from the payment categories. > Select your electricity provider from the list of available options(you can searchRead more
To pay your electricity bill using Google Pay, you will need to do the following:
> Open Google Pay on your phone.
> Tap on the “Pay bills” button.
> Now choose “Electricity” from the payment categories.
> Select your electricity provider from the list of available options(you can search for your
electricity company).
> Enter your account number or CA number and nickname (optional) and click on the link
account.
> In the next screen review the details and again click on the link account.
> Now it will show your bill amount if there is any due amount.
> Now click on pay bill if there is any due and tap “Proceed to Pay” to complete the payment by
entering your UPI Pin.
Note: Keep in mind that you will need to have a valid payment method, such as a debit or credit card, linked to your Google Pay account in order to make the payment.
See lessHow to Register and Login in Bihar Bijli Smart Meter App(BBSM App)?
To register on Bihar Bijli Smart Meter App(BBSM aApp)) follow these steps. > Download &Install the BBSM App from the play store or AppStore. > Open and click on the "Register" button below the sign-in button. > Now enter your CA Number and registered mobile number. Email ID is optionalRead more
To register on Bihar Bijli Smart Meter App(BBSM aApp)) follow these steps.
> Download &Install the BBSM App from the play store or AppStore.
> Open and click on the “Register” button below the sign-in button.
> Now enter your CA Number and registered mobile number. Email ID is optional so you can leave the email ID blank.
> In the next screen it will ask for OTP if your entered information is correct, that is you have entered a valid CA and the correct registered mobile number.
> After submitting the OTP, It will ask to create the password. Now create the password and it’s done. Here password should be alphanumeric, meaning it must contain both alphabet and numbers.
If you get any error in the registration please follow this video:https://youtu.be/whr3QoenphY
See lessHow to Increase Load of Electric Meter Online?
In Each state, every DISCOM has now the facility to increase or decrease the load of your electricity connection. If you are unable to find a way to enhance/reduce load online, you can also apply in the local office by submitting an application. In the case of Bihar, you can enhance/reduce your loadRead more
In Each state, every DISCOM has now the facility to increase or decrease the load of your electricity connection. If you are unable to find a way to enhance/reduce load online, you can also apply in the local office by submitting an application.
In the case of Bihar, you can enhance/reduce your load online and offline. online through Suvidha App and offline by submitting an application in the local office.
See lessTo enhance/reduce load using the suvidha App.
> Open the suvidha app.
> Scroll down and go to the “Load Change” option.
> Enter your CA number.
> Choose whether want to increase or decrease the load.
> Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number.
> Enter the required load and phase.
> You should choose single phase for 1- 5 kW, Three phase for load above 7 kW. From 5 to 7 kW you can choose any single or three-phase as per your requirement.
> Now Validate the data.
> Finally submit the application.
After submission, you will receive a request number. Your application will be processed by the office. If not you can inquiry in your local office or by calling 1912.
What is the Maximum Demand in Electricity Bills?
Maximum demand is the average maximum load used by the consumer in a month. Here the average period is 30 minutes. But in some states, it is 15 min also. Whatever we use in our home, shop, or industry, their load is measured by the meter. The meter records the average load used every 30 minutes. AndRead more
Maximum demand is the average maximum load used by the consumer in a month. Here the average period is 30 minutes. But in some states, it is 15 min also. Whatever we use in our home, shop, or industry, their load is measured by the meter. The meter records the average load used every 30 minutes. And it keeps the record of the maximum load of all average loads. Which is called the maximum demand for that month.
For Example, Suppose you are using 10 fans having a total load of 500 watts, an AC having load of 1500 Watts, and 10 tube lights having a total load of 400 watts. Then the meter records the maximum load as 2400 Watts which is 2.4kW. It is the maximum demand. In case two days later you will use some extra load that is 2.5kW then now the meter will keep your recorded demand as 2.5kW. It will erase the old lower demand recorded earlier. In simple, you can say that the meter keeps a record of the maximum load used by the consumer at a time(Actually it is a average of 30 or 15 minutes). That is why it is also called maximum demand.
अधिकतम मांग उपभोक्ता द्वारा एक महीने में उपयोग किया जाने वाला औसत अधिकतम भार है। यहां औसत अवधि 30 मिनट है। लेकिन कुछ राज्यों में यह 15 मिनट भी है। हम अपने घर, दुकान या उद्योग में जो कुछ भी उपयोग करते हैं, उनका भार मीटर द्वारा मापा जाता है। मीटर हर 30 मिनट में इस्तेमाल किए गए औसत लोड को रिकॉर्ड करता है। और यह सभी औसत भारों के अधिकतम भार का रिकॉर्ड रखता है। जिसे उस महीने की अधिकतम मांग कहा जाता है।
See lessWhat is the Difference Between Digital Meter and Smart Meter? Digital Meter Vs Smart Meter.
A digital meter is a type of electricity meter that uses digital technology to measure and record a customer's electricity usage. Digital meters typically display the current usage in real-time and needs manual meter readings. On the other hand, a smart meter is a type of digital meter that goes beyRead more
A digital meter is a type of electricity meter that uses digital technology to measure and record a customer’s electricity usage. Digital meters typically display the current usage in real-time and needs manual meter readings.
On the other hand, a smart meter is a type of digital meter that goes beyond simply measuring and recording electricity usage. Smart meters also have the ability to communicate this usage data back to the utility company, allowing for more accurate billing and easier identification of potential problems or inefficiencies.
Some of the key differences between digital meters and smart meters include:
Communication capabilities: As mentioned, one of the main differences between digital meters and smart meters is their ability to communicate usage data back to the utility company. Smart meters have built-in communication capabilities, such as a built-in modem or wireless transmitter, which allows them to transmit usage data in real-time. Digital meters, on the other hand, do not have this capability and require manual meter readings.
Advanced features: Smart meters often come with additional features that go beyond simply measuring and recording electricity usage. These may include the ability to track energy usage in real-time, monitor energy consumption by appliance, and provide alerts for potential problems or inefficiencies. Digital meters, on the other hand, typically only measure and record usage.
Cost: Smart meters are generally more expensive to install and maintain than digital meters, as they require additional hardware and software to support their advanced features.
Overall, the main difference between digital meters and smart meters is the level of functionality and communication capabilities they offer. While digital meters are a simple and effective way to measure and record electricity usage, smart meters provide a more comprehensive solution that can help customers better understand and manage their energy consumption.
See lessHow to Register and Login to UPPCL Website- Rural and Urban?
In UP there are two different portals to register your account. One for Urban areas and another for rural areas. Here on my other website, zarooribaatein.com, I have explained all the things related to registration and login on the UPPCL website for rural and urban areas. Please visit the link belowRead more
In UP there are two different portals to register your account. One for Urban areas and another for rural areas. Here on my other website, zarooribaatein.com, I have explained all the things related to registration and login on the UPPCL website for rural and urban areas. Please visit the link below to read the detailed article.
See lesshttps://zarooribaatein.com/register-login-uppcl-website-rural-urban/
On increasing the load from 1 kW to 2 kW, Does the meter change?
There is no need to change the meter every time the load is increased. Generally, a single-phase meter is installed from 1 to 7 kW..and above 7 kW three-phase meter is installed. Or If someone has 3 phase meter installed and they reduce their load to less than 5 kW, then instead of three phase meterRead more
There is no need to change the meter every time the load is increased. Generally, a single-phase meter is installed from 1 to 7 kW..and above 7 kW three-phase meter is installed. Or If someone has 3 phase meter installed and they reduce their load to less than 5 kW, then instead of three phase meter, they will have to install a single-phase meter. In short, in your case, the meter will not change if you increase the load from 1kw to 2kw.
हर बार लोड बढ़ाने पर मीटर बदलने की जरूरत नहीं होती है। आम तौर पर सिंगल फेज मीटर 1 से 7 किलोवाट तक लगाया जाता है..और 7 किलोवाट से ऊपर तीन फेज मीटर लगाया जाता है। तो अगर आप अपना लोड बढाकर 7 kW से अधिक करेंगे तभी आपको मीटर चेंज करने की जरूरत होगी। या अगर किसी के यहां 3 फेज मीटर लगा हुआ है और वो अपना लोड घटा कर 5 kW से कम कर लेते हैं तो वहा थ्री फेज मीटर को बदल कर सिंगल फेज मीटर लगाना होगा। संक्षेप में, आपके मामले में, यदि आप लोड को 1kw से 2kw तक बढ़ाते हैं तो मीटर नहीं बदलेगा।
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