Merdamal
About Merdamal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merdamal village is 428344. Merdamal village is located in Bhairabsingipur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Bhairabsingipur (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Ranaspur is the gram panchayat of Merdamal village.
The total geographical area of village is 401 hectares. Merdamal has a total population of 511 peoples, out of which male population is 255 while female population is 256. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1003 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merdamal village is 19.96% out of which 25.10% males and 14.84% females are literate. There are about 142 houses in merdamal village. Pincode of merdamal village locality is 764057.
When it comes to administration, Merdamal 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, Merdamal village comes under Jeypore Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koraput Lok Sabha constituency. Kotpad is nearest town to merdamal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Merdamal
The population details of Merdamal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 511 | 255 | 256 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 235 | 118 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 64 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 191 | 218 |
Connectivity of Merdamal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merdamal
Where is Merdamal located?
Merdamal village is situated in Bhairabsingipur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merdamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Merdamal is Ranaspur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merdamal?
The pincode of Merdamal is 764057, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merdamal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merdamal is 511, with 255 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Merdamal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merdamal village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merdamal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merdamal is 19.96%. The male literacy rate is 25.10%, while the female literacy rate is 14.84%.