Mermenda - Anandpur, West Singhbhum
Mermenda is a village situated in the Anandpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Manoharpur and around 112 km from Chaibasa. Harta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mermenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mermenda is 377692. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Mermenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mermenda
According to the 2011 Census, Mermenda village had a total population of 198 people, including 102 males and 96 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.61%, with male literacy at 48.75% and female literacy at 34.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 63 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Mermenda
Mermenda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangamati | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Osangi | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Borotika | South | 2.72 km |
| Jojoda | West | 3.08 km |
| Roma | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Patiyar | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Hututua | East | 4.56 km |
| Kandi | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Serengda | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Petigarha | South | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mermenda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mermenda. The nearest railway station is Derowan P. Halt, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Mermenda is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mermenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mermenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mermenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mermenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mermenda
Where is Mermenda located?
Mermenda village is located in Anandpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mermenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mermenda is Harta.
What is the pincode of Mermenda?
The pincode of Mermenda is 833201.
What is the population of Mermenda?
Mermenda had a total population of 198, including 102 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Mermenda?
Mermenda had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mermenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mermenda was 41.61%. Male literacy was 48.75% and female literacy was 34.57%.