Merkul
About Merkul
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merkul village is 423545. Merkul village is located in Sadar tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Jugsaipatna is the gram panchayat of Merkul village.
The total geographical area of village is 147 hectares. Merkul has a total population of 211 peoples, out of which male population is 97 while female population is 114. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1175 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merkul village is 55.45% out of which 64.95% males and 47.37% females are literate. There are about 43 houses in merkul village. Pincode of merkul village locality is 766001.
When it comes to administration, Merkul village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Merkul village comes under Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to merkul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Merkul
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 97 | 114 |
| Children (0-6) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 26 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 68 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 63 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 34 | 60 |
Connectivity of Merkul
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merkul
Where is Merkul located?
Merkul village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merkul?
The Gram Panchayat of Merkul is Jugsaipatna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merkul?
The pincode of Merkul is 766001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merkul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merkul is 211, with 97 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Merkul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merkul village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merkul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merkul is 55.45%. The male literacy rate is 64.95%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.