Merdikupa
Merdikupa is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Bhurtigarh is the gram panchayat of Merdikupa village.
Merdikupa has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Merdikupa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merdikupa is 422858. The village spans a total geographical area of 393 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766100. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Merdikupa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Merdikupa
Below is a concise population overview of Merdikupa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 373 | 165 | 208 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 35 | 36 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 44 | 55 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 115 | 146 |
Literate Population | 130 | 64 | 66 |
Illiterate Population | 243 | 101 | 142 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Merdikupa village:
- The total population of Merdikupa village is around 373, including approximately 165 males and 208 females, with a sex ratio of 1260 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Merdikupa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Merdikupa village has 99 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 261 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Merdikupa village is about 34.85%, with male literacy at 38.79% and female literacy at 31.73%.
- There are around 104 households in Merdikupa village.
Connectivity of Merdikupa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merdikupa. As per the 2011 stats, Merdikupa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Merdikupa
Knowing the nearby villages of Merdikupa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merdikupa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merdikupa
- Where is Merdikupa located?
- Merdikupa village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Merdikupa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Merdikupa is Bhurtigarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Merdikupa?
- The pincode of Merdikupa is 766100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Merdikupa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merdikupa is 373, with 165 males and 208 females.
- How many households are there in Merdikupa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Merdikupa village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Merdikupa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merdikupa is 34.85%. The male literacy rate is 38.79%, while the female literacy rate is 31.73%.