Merdand
About Merdand
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merdand village is 549679. Merdand village is located in Surgana tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Surgana (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Palsan is the gram panchayat of Merdand village.
The total geographical area of village is 512.5 hectares. Merdand has a total population of 437 peoples, out of which male population is 224 while female population is 213. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 950 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merdand village is 36.38% out of which 40.18% males and 32.39% females are literate. There are about 84 houses in merdand village. Pincode of merdand village locality is 422211.
When it comes to administration, Merdand village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Merdand village comes under Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dindori Lok Sabha constituency. Nashik is nearest town to merdand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 116km away.
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Population of Merdand
The population details of Merdand cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 224 | 213 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 437 | 224 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 90 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 134 | 144 |
Connectivity of Merdand
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merdand
Where is Merdand located?
Merdand village is situated in Surgana Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merdand?
The Gram Panchayat of Merdand is Palsan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merdand?
The pincode of Merdand is 422211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merdand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merdand is 437, with 224 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Merdand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merdand village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merdand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merdand is 36.38%. The male literacy rate is 40.18%, while the female literacy rate is 32.39%.