Merkhedi - Niwali, Barwani
Merkhedi is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Sildad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Merkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merkhedi is 478542. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.78 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Merkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Merkhedi
As per Census 2011, Merkhedi village has a total population of 1,343 people, consisting of 656 males and 687 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Merkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,343 | 656 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 111 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,297 | 632 | 665 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 271 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 385 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Merkhedi
Merkhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukdiya | West | 2.12 km |
| Pipaldhar | South | 2.82 km |
| Borli | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Sakad | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Semalya | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Wasawi | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Chatli | West | 4.60 km |
| Madgaon | North-East | 6.10 km |
| Segawi | South-East | 6.20 km |
| Sekatmuhali | North-West | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Merkhedi
Merkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Merkhedi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Merkhedi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Merkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Merkhedi
Where is Merkhedi located?
Merkhedi village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkhedi is Sildad.
What is the pincode of Merkhedi?
The pincode of Merkhedi is 451666.
What is the population of Merkhedi?
Merkhedi has a total population of 1,343, including 656 males and 687 females.
How many households are there in Merkhedi?
There are 209 households in Merkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Merkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merkhedi is 34.92%. Male literacy is 41.31% and female literacy is 28.82%.