Merama

Merama is a village located in Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mohana (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Merapalli is the gram panchayat of Merama village.

Merama has its own place in the vibrant Gajapati 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 Merama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merama is 413772. The village spans a total geographical area of 217 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761015. Digapahandi is nearest town to Merama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.

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Population of Merama

Below is a concise population overview of Merama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 180 82 98
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 23 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 160 76 84
Literate Population 44 25 19
Illiterate Population 136 57 79

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

  • The total population of Merama village is around 180, including approximately 82 males and 98 females, with a sex ratio of 1195 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Merama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merama village has 160 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merama village is about 24.44%, with male literacy at 30.49% and female literacy at 19.39%.
  • There are around 47 households in Merama village.

Connectivity of Merama

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merama. As per the 2011 stats, Merama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Merama

Knowing the nearby villages of Merama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merama.

Sanakhani Bandhaguda Bandhapada Benipadar Bhaliasahi Kunkuni Tuaguda Luhagudi Kamalapur Kandhagani Tiama

Frequently Asked Questions about Merama

Where is Merama located?
Merama village is situated in Mohana Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merama?
The Gram Panchayat of Merama is Merapalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merama?
The pincode of Merama is 761015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merama is 180, with 82 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Merama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merama village has a total of 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merama is 24.44%. The male literacy rate is 30.49%, while the female literacy rate is 19.39%.