Merha

Merha is a village located in Kasmar subdivision of Bokaro district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kasmar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bokaro. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Merha village.

Merha has its own place in the vibrant Bokaro 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 Merha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merha is 362513. The village spans a total geographical area of 294.33 hectares. Kasmar is nearest town to Merha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Merha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 372 187 185
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 23 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 255 131 124
Literate Population 184 119 65
Illiterate Population 188 68 120

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

  • The total population of Merha village is around 372, including approximately 187 males and 185 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Merha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merha village has 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merha village is about 49.46%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 35.14%.
  • There are around 74 households in Merha village.

Connectivity of Merha

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

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

Nearby Villages of Merha

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

Tangtona Bagda Pakribandh Bhawanipur Raghunathpur Durgapur Mungo Rangamati Kurko Mayapur Madhukar Pur

Frequently Asked Questions about Merha

Where is Merha located?
Merha village is situated in Kasmar Subdivision, within the Bokaro district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merha?
The Gram Panchayat of Merha is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Merha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merha is 372, with 187 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Merha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merha village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merha is 49.46%. The male literacy rate is 63.64%, while the female literacy rate is 35.14%.