Mer - Dhimarkheda, Katni
Mer is a village situated in the Dhimarkheda tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhimarkheda and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Paherua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mer is 488902. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 483773 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Mer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Mer
Mer 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahuda | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Kouwajhar | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Khamtara | West | 2.54 km |
| Bichuwa | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Bistawal | South | 3.69 km |
| Kudra | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Baherghata | East | 4.16 km |
| Singhanpuri | South | 4.23 km |
| Tuman | North | 4.49 km |
| Pouniya | South | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mer
The nearest railway station is Vilayatkalan Rd, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katni to Mer is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Mer
Where is Mer located?
Mer village is located in Dhimarkheda Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mer?
The Gram Panchayat of Mer is Paherua.
What is the pincode of Mer?
The pincode of Mer is 483773.