Merkheda

Merkheda is a village located in Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhokardan (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jalna. As per 2009 stats, Kedarkheda is the gram panchayat of Merkheda village.

Merkheda has its own place in the vibrant Jalna 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 547391. The village spans a total geographical area of 130.3 hectares. Bhokardan is nearest town to Merkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 442 233 209
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 37 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 9 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 255 165 90
Illiterate Population 187 68 119

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

  • The total population of Merkheda village is around 442, including approximately 233 males and 209 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Merkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkheda village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merkheda village is about 57.69%, with male literacy at 70.82% and female literacy at 43.06%.
  • There are around 91 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 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.

Palaskheda Dabhadi Pimpalgaon Sutar Pimpalgaon Sermulki Kota Dabhadi Walsakhalsa Jawkheda Thombari Nalni Bk Khaparkheda Pimpalgaon Thot Palaskheda Pimpale Banegaon

Frequently Asked Questions about Merkheda

Where is Merkheda located?
Merkheda village is situated in Bhokardan Tehsil, within the Jalna district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkheda is Kedarkheda (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 442, with 233 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkheda village has a total of 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkheda is 57.69%. The male literacy rate is 70.82%, while the female literacy rate is 43.06%.