Merhi

Merhi is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Chandhari is the gram panchayat of Merhi village.

Merhi has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Merhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merhi is 244922. The village spans a total geographical area of 277 hectares. Islampur is nearest town to Merhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Merhi

Below is a concise population overview of Merhi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,707 867 840
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 319 161 158
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 69 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 773 495 278
Illiterate Population 934 372 562

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Merhi village:

  • The total population of Merhi village is around 1,707, including approximately 867 males and 840 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 319 children aged 0–6 years in Merhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merhi village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merhi village is about 45.28%, with male literacy at 57.09% and female literacy at 33.10%.
  • There are around 254 households in Merhi village.

Connectivity of Merhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merhi. As per the 2011 stats, Merhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Merhi

Knowing the nearby villages of Merhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merhi.

Sirhari Akbarpur Pachloa Bhabhauna Chandanpura Sarthua Khurd Sonawan Danapur Ashrafpur Makhdumpur Ranipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Merhi

Where is Merhi located?
Merhi village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merhi is Chandhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Merhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merhi is 1,707, with 867 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Merhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merhi village has a total of 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merhi is 45.28%. The male literacy rate is 57.09%, while the female literacy rate is 33.10%.