Merikote

Merikote is a village located in Badagada tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Badagada (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Merrikota is the gram panchayat of Merikote village.

Merikote has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Merikote

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merikote is 410950. The village spans a total geographical area of 189 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761109. Brahmapur is nearest town to Merikote village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 88km away.

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Population of Merikote

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 928 448 480
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 37 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 127 60 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 348 204 144
Illiterate Population 580 244 336

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

  • The total population of Merikote village is around 928, including approximately 448 males and 480 females, with a sex ratio of 1071 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Merikote village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merikote village has 127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merikote village is about 37.50%, with male literacy at 45.54% and female literacy at 30.00%.
  • There are around 240 households in Merikote village.

Connectivity of Merikote

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

Nearby Villages of Merikote

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

Piridibandha Sanagochha Uparaustapada Gandigam Gundurijhola Seraka Bandha Barabharania Jera Ranapalli Sunakhandi Gopalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Merikote

Where is Merikote located?
Merikote village is situated in Badagada Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merikote?
The Gram Panchayat of Merikote is Merrikota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merikote?
The pincode of Merikote is 761109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merikote as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merikote is 928, with 448 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Merikote as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merikote village has a total of 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merikote as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merikote is 37.50%. The male literacy rate is 45.54%, while the female literacy rate is 30.00%.