Merkhedi

Merkhedi is a village located in Hatod tehsil of Indore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Hatod (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Indore. As per 2009 stats, Baghana is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi village.

Merkhedi has its own place in the vibrant Indore 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 476090. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.88 hectares. Hatod 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 466 239 227
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 26 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 19 11 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 282 174 108
Illiterate Population 184 65 119

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

  • The total population of Merkhedi village is around 466, including approximately 239 males and 227 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Merkhedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkhedi village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merkhedi village is about 60.52%, with male literacy at 72.80% and female literacy at 47.58%.
  • There are around 85 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Badarkha Khajuriya Kankariya Bordiya Sagwal Mata Barodi Baghana Pitawali Satlana Kharwa Khedi Paliya Haidar Puwarda Junarda

Frequently Asked Questions about Merkhedi

Where is Merkhedi located?
Merkhedi village is situated in Hatod Tehsil, within the Indore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkhedi is Baghana (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 466, with 239 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkhedi village has a total of 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkhedi is 60.52%. The male literacy rate is 72.80%, while the female literacy rate is 47.58%.