Merkhedi

Merkhedi is a village located in Dewas tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from Dewas, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Merkhedi village. As per 2009 stats, Lasudiya Sonda is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi village.

Merkhedi has its own place in the vibrant Dewas 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 Merkhedi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merkhedi is 473533. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.32 hectares. Dewas is nearest town to Merkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Merkhedi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 429 222 207
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 43 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 168 86 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 252 155 97
Illiterate Population 177 67 110

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

  • The total population of Merkhedi village is around 429, including approximately 222 males and 207 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Merkhedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkhedi village has 168 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merkhedi village is about 58.74%, with male literacy at 69.82% and female literacy at 46.86%.
  • There are around 94 households in Merkhedi village.

Connectivity of Merkhedi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merkhedi. As per the 2011 stats, Merkhedi 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Merkhedi

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

Agrod Elaskhedi Mochikhedi Ralamandal Laxmipura Nalesara Borkhediphattu Akalya Sutarkheda Kabadi Gorkhedi

Frequently Asked Questions about Merkhedi

Where is Merkhedi located?
Merkhedi village is situated in Dewas Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkhedi is Lasudiya Sonda (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 429, with 222 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkhedi village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkhedi is 58.74%. The male literacy rate is 69.82%, while the female literacy rate is 46.86%.