Merkhedi

Merkhedi is a village located in Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Tonk Khurd (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Khedamadhopur 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 473265. The village spans a total geographical area of 404.42 hectares. Tonk Khurd is nearest town to Merkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km 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 773 379 394
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 58 63
Scheduled Castes (SC) 96 45 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 357 222 135
Illiterate Population 416 157 259

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

  • The total population of Merkhedi village is around 773, including approximately 379 males and 394 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Merkhedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkhedi village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merkhedi village is about 46.18%, with male literacy at 58.58% and female literacy at 34.26%.
  • There are around 164 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
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.

Nandla Khareli Updi Khedi Lasudiya Kulmi Kandara Khedi Madhopur Agrod Panda Karadiya Padlya

Frequently Asked Questions about Merkhedi

Where is Merkhedi located?
Merkhedi village is situated in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkhedi is Khedamadhopur (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 773, with 379 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkhedi village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkhedi is 46.18%. The male literacy rate is 58.58%, while the female literacy rate is 34.26%.