Merdi - Murbad, Thane
Merdi is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Merdi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merdi is 553207. The village covers a total geographical area of 2818.94 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Merdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Merdi
According to the 2011 Census, Merdi village had a total population of 988 people, including 473 males and 515 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 72.30% and female literacy at 57.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 648.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 | 473 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 313 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 295 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 178 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Merdi
Merdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fangaloshi | West | 3.75 km |
| Walhivare | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Nyahadi | South-West | 4.93 km |
| Talegaon | West | 5.55 km |
| Khutal Baragaon | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Kumshet | North | 6.76 km |
| Fangulgavhan | South | 7.05 km |
| Dighephal | South-West | 7.07 km |
| Diwanpada | South-East | 7.34 km |
| Awalegaon | South-West | 7.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Merdi
Merdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Igatpuri, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Merdi is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Merdi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Merdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merdi 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 Merdi
Where is Merdi located?
Merdi village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Merdi?
Merdi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Merdi?
The pincode of Merdi is 421401.
What is the population of Merdi?
Merdi had a total population of 988, including 473 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Merdi?
Merdi had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merdi was 64.58%. Male literacy was 72.30% and female literacy was 57.62%.