Merwa

Merwa is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Barath Ka Gaon is the gram panchayat of Merwa village.

Merwa has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer 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 Merwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merwa is 086338. The village spans a total geographical area of 421 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345021. Pokaran is nearest town to Merwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Merwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 498 261 237
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 55 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 279 149 130
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 220 152 68
Illiterate Population 278 109 169

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

  • The total population of Merwa village is around 498, including approximately 261 males and 237 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Merwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merwa village has 279 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merwa village is about 44.18%, with male literacy at 58.24% and female literacy at 28.69%.
  • There are around 63 households in Merwa village.

Connectivity of Merwa

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

Nearby Villages of Merwa

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

Narsinghpura Raipalon Ki Dhani Bhakhri Indranagar Padrora Uchpadra Barath Ka Gaon Baloosingh Ki Dhani Chainpura Chitrori Teliwara

Frequently Asked Questions about Merwa

Where is Merwa located?
Merwa village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Merwa is Barath Ka Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merwa?
The pincode of Merwa is 345021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merwa is 498, with 261 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Merwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merwa village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merwa is 44.18%. The male literacy rate is 58.24%, while the female literacy rate is 28.69%.