Merkhedi

Merkhedi is a village located in Tarana tehsil of Ujjain district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Tarana (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Ujjain. As per 2009 stats, Kharkhadi is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi village.

Merkhedi has its own place in the vibrant Ujjain 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 471718. The village spans a total geographical area of 245 hectares. Tarana is nearest town to Merkhedi village for all major economic activities.

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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 276 143 133
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 21 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 10 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 100 71 29
Illiterate Population 176 72 104

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

  • The total population of Merkhedi village is around 276, including approximately 143 males and 133 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Merkhedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkhedi village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merkhedi village is about 36.23%, with male literacy at 49.65% and female literacy at 21.80%.
  • There are around 55 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
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.

Lalakheda Karedi Palkhanda Shankarpura Suwagaon Berchhi Murdawan Bordagujar Kharkhadi Kanardi Jawaharnagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Merkhedi

Where is Merkhedi located?
Merkhedi village is situated in Tarana Tehsil, within the Ujjain district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkhedi is Kharkhadi (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 276, with 143 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkhedi village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkhedi is 36.23%. The male literacy rate is 49.65%, while the female literacy rate is 21.80%.