Merhiya
Merhiya is a village located in Musabani subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Musabani (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Meriya is the gram panchayat of Merhiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Merhiya unique in its vibrant Musabani-Purbi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Merhiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Merhiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merhiya is 363930. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 831002. Musabani is nearest town to Merhiya village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Merhiya
Population of Merhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Merhiya has a total population of about 1,519, with approximately 743 males and 776 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 200 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 41 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 872. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.50%, with male literacy at about 65.81% and female literacy near 45.62%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Merhiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,519 | 743 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 872 | 419 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 489 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 254 | 422 |
Connectivity of Merhiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merhiya. As per the 2011 stats, Merhiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Merhiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Merhiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merhiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merhiya
- Where is Merhiya located?
- Merhiya village is situated in Musabani Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Merhiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Merhiya is Meriya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Merhiya?
- The pincode of Merhiya is 831002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Merhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merhiya is 1,519, with 743 males and 776 females.
- How many households are there in Merhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Merhiya village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Merhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merhiya is 55.50%. The male literacy rate is 65.81%, while the female literacy rate is 45.62%.