Merukhedi

Merukhedi is a village located in Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Hatpiplya. Dewas is the district headquarter of Merukhedi village. As per 2009 stats, Badiyamandu is the gram panchayat of Merukhedi village.

Merukhedi 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 Merukhedi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merukhedi is 474127. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.1 hectares. Hatpiplya is nearest town to Merukhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Merukhedi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 441 212 229
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 43 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 125 62 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 107 53 54
Literate Population 181 106 75
Illiterate Population 260 106 154

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

  • The total population of Merukhedi village is around 441, including approximately 212 males and 229 females, with a sex ratio of 1080 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Merukhedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merukhedi village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 107 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merukhedi village is about 41.04%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 32.75%.
  • There are around 104 households in Merukhedi village.

Connectivity of Merukhedi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merukhedi. As per the 2011 stats, Merukhedi 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Merukhedi

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

Manapipalya Dhanori Madiyaguradiya Guradiya Hathi Badiyamandu Amlataj Hirapur Chilki Nanukheda Kopla Sarkheda

Frequently Asked Questions about Merukhedi

Where is Merukhedi located?
Merukhedi village is situated in Hatpiplya Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merukhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merukhedi is Badiyamandu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Merukhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merukhedi is 441, with 212 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Merukhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merukhedi village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merukhedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merukhedi is 41.04%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 32.75%.