Merkhogundi
About Merkhogundi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merkhogundi village is 351759. Merkhogundi village is located in Gande subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gande (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Phulchi is the gram panchayat of Merkhogundi village.
The total geographical area of village is 153.55 hectares. Merkhogundi has a total population of 290 peoples, out of which male population is 148 while female population is 142. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merkhogundi village is 66.21% out of which 78.38% males and 53.52% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in merkhogundi village. Pincode of merkhogundi village locality is 815312.
When it comes to administration, Merkhogundi 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, Merkhogundi village comes under Gandey Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency. Giridih is nearest town to merkhogundi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Merkhogundi
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 148 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 116 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 32 | 66 |
Connectivity of Merkhogundi
| 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 Merkhogundi
Frequently Asked Questions about Merkhogundi
Where is Merkhogundi located?
Merkhogundi village is situated in Gande Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkhogundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkhogundi is Phulchi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merkhogundi?
The pincode of Merkhogundi is 815312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merkhogundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merkhogundi is 290, with 148 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Merkhogundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkhogundi village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkhogundi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkhogundi is 66.21%. The male literacy rate is 78.38%, while the female literacy rate is 53.52%.