Merama

Merama is a village located in Brahmanigaon tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmanigaon (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Bamunigam is the gram panchayat of Merama village.

Merama has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal 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 417276. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762021. Digapahandi is nearest town to Merama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 88km 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 254 121 133
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 13 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 136 86 50
Illiterate Population 118 35 83

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

  • The total population of Merama village is around 254, including approximately 121 males and 133 females, with a sex ratio of 1099 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Merama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Merama village is about 53.54%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 37.59%.
  • There are around 56 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 <5 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merama

Where is Merama located?
Merama village is situated in Brahmanigaon Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merama?
The Gram Panchayat of Merama is Bamunigam (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 762021, 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 254, with 121 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Merama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merama village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merama is 53.54%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 37.59%.