Merada

Merada is a village located in Khanapur taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Khanapur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Halaga is the gram panchayat of Merada village.

Merada has its own place in the vibrant Belgaum 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 Merada

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merada is 597985. The village spans a total geographical area of 648.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591106. Khanapur is nearest town to Merada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Merada

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 514 232 282
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 20 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 5 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 271 137 134
Illiterate Population 243 95 148

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

  • The total population of Merada village is around 514, including approximately 232 males and 282 females, with a sex ratio of 1215 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Merada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merada village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merada village is about 52.72%, with male literacy at 59.05% and female literacy at 47.52%.
  • There are around 120 households in Merada village.

Connectivity of Merada

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

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

Nearby Villages of Merada

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

Nagaragali Bijagarni Halashi Mendegali Halaga Karajagi Kirhalashi Hattarwad Gundapi Sagare Nanjankodal

Frequently Asked Questions about Merada

Where is Merada located?
Merada village is situated in Khanapur Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merada?
The Gram Panchayat of Merada is Halaga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merada?
The pincode of Merada is 591106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merada is 514, with 232 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Merada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merada village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merada is 52.72%. The male literacy rate is 59.05%, while the female literacy rate is 47.52%.