Merhwan

Merhwan is a village located in Karai Parsurai subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Karai Parsurai (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Makhdumpur is the gram panchayat of Merhwan village.

Merhwan 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 Merhwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merhwan is 244146. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares. Hilsa is nearest town to Merhwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Merhwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,601 833 768
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 306 165 141
Scheduled Castes (SC) 614 325 289
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 606 414 192
Illiterate Population 995 419 576

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

  • The total population of Merhwan village is around 1,601, including approximately 833 males and 768 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 306 children aged 0–6 years in Merhwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merhwan village has 614 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merhwan village is about 37.85%, with male literacy at 49.70% and female literacy at 25.00%.
  • There are around 260 households in Merhwan village.

Connectivity of Merhwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merhwan. As per the 2011 stats, Merhwan 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Merhwan

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

Pakri Sandh Salempur Galibpur Jalalpur Chhitar Bigha Berawan Khalimchak Gulariabigha Rasulpur Karai

Frequently Asked Questions about Merhwan

Where is Merhwan located?
Merhwan village is situated in Karai Parsurai Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Merhwan is Makhdumpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Merhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merhwan is 1,601, with 833 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Merhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merhwan village has a total of 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merhwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merhwan is 37.85%. The male literacy rate is 49.70%, while the female literacy rate is 25.00%.