Merkheda

Merkheda is a village located in Badod tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Badod (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Shajapur. As per 2009 stats, Kubdiyakhedi is the gram panchayat of Merkheda village.

Merkheda has its own place in the vibrant Shajapur 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 Merkheda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merkheda is 472489. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.8 hectares. Badod is nearest town to Merkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Merkheda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 586 304 282
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 52 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 149 78 71
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 225 146 79
Illiterate Population 361 158 203

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

  • The total population of Merkheda village is around 586, including approximately 304 males and 282 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Merkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkheda village has 149 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merkheda village is about 38.40%, with male literacy at 48.03% and female literacy at 28.01%.
  • There are around 111 households in Merkheda village.

Connectivity of Merkheda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Merkheda 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Merkheda

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

Sirpoi Sudwas Dhabla Piplon Manju Khedi Pipalya Mana Tungani Fatehgarh Kubadiya Khedi Garda Kalya Khedi Alsaya

Frequently Asked Questions about Merkheda

Where is Merkheda located?
Merkheda village is situated in Badod Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkheda is Kubdiyakhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merkheda is 586, with 304 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkheda village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkheda is 38.40%. The male literacy rate is 48.03%, while the female literacy rate is 28.01%.