Merkheda

Merkheda is a village located in Jafferabad tehsil of Jalna district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Jafferabad (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jalna. As per 2009 stats, Merkheda Nirkheda 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 547467. The village spans a total geographical area of 548 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431206. Chikhli is nearest town to Merkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km 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 1,509 806 703
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 208 123 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 82 45 37
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 918 579 339
Illiterate Population 591 227 364

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

  • The total population of Merkheda village is around 1,509, including approximately 806 males and 703 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Merkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merkheda village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merkheda village is about 60.83%, with male literacy at 71.84% and female literacy at 48.22%.
  • There are around 361 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 village
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.

Sanjol Konad Sonkheda Gopi Khasgaon Weerkheda Bhalki Pimpal Khunta Devulgaon Ugle Kumbhari Bharadkhead Sawarkheda Gondhan

Frequently Asked Questions about Merkheda

Where is Merkheda located?
Merkheda village is situated in Jafferabad Tehsil, within the Jalna district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkheda is Merkheda Nirkheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merkheda?
The pincode of Merkheda is 431206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merkheda is 1,509, with 806 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkheda village has a total of 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkheda is 60.83%. The male literacy rate is 71.84%, while the female literacy rate is 48.22%.