Merwada
About Merwada
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merwada village is 508150. Merwada village is located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Merwada village. As per 2009 stats, Pedagara is the gram panchayat of Merwada village.
The total geographical area of village is 256.18 hectares. Merwada has a total population of 48 peoples, out of which male population is 17 while female population is 31. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1823 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merwada village is 20.83% out of which 29.41% males and 16.13% females are literate. There are about 11 houses in merwada village. Pincode of merwada village locality is 385001.
When it comes to administration, Merwada village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Merwada village comes under Palanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency. Palanpur is nearest town to merwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Merwada
The population details of Merwada cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48 | 17 | 31 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 47 | 16 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 12 | 26 |
Connectivity of Merwada
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merwada
Where is Merwada located?
Merwada village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Merwada is Pedagara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merwada?
The pincode of Merwada is 385001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merwada is 48, with 17 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Merwada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merwada village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merwada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merwada is 20.83%. The male literacy rate is 29.41%, while the female literacy rate is 16.13%.