Merapali

Merapali is a village located in Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Mohana (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Merapalli is the gram panchayat of Merapali village.

Merapali 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 Merapali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merapali is 413793. The village spans a total geographical area of 184 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761015. Digapahandi is nearest town to Merapali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Merapali

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 400 210 190
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 31 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 271 139 132
Literate Population 267 167 100
Illiterate Population 133 43 90

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

  • The total population of Merapali village is around 400, including approximately 210 males and 190 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Merapali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merapali village has 271 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Merapali village is about 66.75%, with male literacy at 79.52% and female literacy at 52.63%.
  • There are around 95 households in Merapali village.

Connectivity of Merapali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merapali. As per the 2011 stats, Merapali 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Merapali

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

Handima Kalameri Madhuramba Kandhakalameri Ludru Kaithapada Kesipura Padmapur Mudumudia Lundruguda Andrima

Frequently Asked Questions about Merapali

Where is Merapali located?
Merapali village is situated in Mohana Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Merapali is Merapalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merapali?
The pincode of Merapali is 761015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merapali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merapali is 400, with 210 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Merapali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merapali village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merapali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merapali is 66.75%. The male literacy rate is 79.52%, while the female literacy rate is 52.63%.