Merha
About Merha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merha village is 373693. Merha village is located in Angara subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Angarh (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Guridih is the gram panchayat of Merha village.
The total geographical area of village is 367 hectares. Merha has a total population of 423 peoples, out of which male population is 211 while female population is 212. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merha village is 75.41% out of which 88.63% males and 62.26% females are literate. There are about 83 houses in merha village. Pincode of merha village locality is 835103.
When it comes to administration, Merha 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, Merha village comes under Silli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency. Ranchi is nearest town to merha village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Merha
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 423 | 211 | 212 |
| Children (0-6) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 162 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 187 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 24 | 80 |
Connectivity of Merha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merha
Where is Merha located?
Merha village is situated in Angara Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merha?
The Gram Panchayat of Merha is Guridih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merha?
The pincode of Merha is 835103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merha is 423, with 211 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Merha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merha village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merha is 75.41%. The male literacy rate is 88.63%, while the female literacy rate is 62.26%.