Merkhedi
About Merkhedi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merkhedi village is 478542. Merkhedi village is located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Sildad is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi village.
The total geographical area of village is 478.78 hectares. Merkhedi has a total population of 1,343 peoples, out of which male population is 656 while female population is 687. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1047 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merkhedi village is 34.92% out of which 41.31% males and 28.82% females are literate. There are about 209 houses in merkhedi village.
When it comes to administration, Merkhedi 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, Merkhedi village comes under Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khargone Lok Sabha constituency. Sendhwa is nearest town to merkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Merkhedi
The population details of Merkhedi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,343 | 656 | 687 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,297 | 632 | 665 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 271 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 385 | 489 |
Connectivity of Merkhedi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merkhedi
Where is Merkhedi located?
Merkhedi village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkhedi is Sildad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merkhedi is 1,343, with 656 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkhedi village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkhedi is 34.92%. The male literacy rate is 41.31%, while the female literacy rate is 28.82%.