Mera Kh. Village - Chikhli, Buldhana
Mera Kh. is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Chikhli and around 40 km from Buldana. Mera Kh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mera Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mera Kh. is 529224. The village covers a total geographical area of 1097.27 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mera Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mera Kh.
As per Census 2011, Mera Kh. village has a total population of 3,721 people, consisting of 1,944 males and 1,777 females. The village has 824 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,703 literate and 1,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mera Kh. are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,721 | 1,944 | 1,777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 267 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 377 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,703 | 1,540 | 1,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 404 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Mera Kh.
Mera Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Antri Khedekar | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Asola Pr.kherda | South | 3.11 km |
| Bharosa | West | 3.78 km |
| Rohada | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Muradpur | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Kawathal | East | 4.72 km |
| Gunjala | South | 4.82 km |
| Vasantnagar | South-West | 6.08 km |
| Malagi | North-West | 6.34 km |
| Deulgaon Dhangar | West | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mera Kh.
Mera Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jalna, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Mera Kh. is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Mera Kh. is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mera Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mera Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mera Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mera Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mera Kh.
Where is Mera Kh. located?
Mera Kh. village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mera Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Mera Kh. is Mera Kh.
What is the pincode of Mera Kh.?
The pincode of Mera Kh. is 443201.
What is the population of Mera Kh.?
Mera Kh. has a total population of 3,721, including 1,944 males and 1,777 females.
How many households are there in Mera Kh.?
There are 824 households in Mera Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Mera Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mera Kh. is 72.64%. Male literacy is 79.22% and female literacy is 65.45%.