Merha
Merha is a village located in Badlapur tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Badlapur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Merha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Merha unique in its vibrant Badlapur-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Merha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Merha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merha is 200642. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.85 hectares. Badlapur is nearest town to Merha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Merha
Population of Merha
According to the 2011 Census, Merha has a total population of about 4,144, with approximately 2,120 males and 2,024 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 621 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 383 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.05%, with male literacy at about 75.85% and female literacy near 55.78%. There are around 595 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Merha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,144 | 2,120 | 2,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 344 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 196 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,737 | 1,608 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 512 | 895 |
Connectivity of Merha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merha. As per the 2011 stats, Merha 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 Merha
Knowing the nearby villages of Merha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Merha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Merha
- Where is Merha located?
- Merha village is situated in Badlapur Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Merha?
- Merha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Merha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merha is 4,144, with 2,120 males and 2,024 females.
- How many households are there in Merha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Merha village has a total of 595 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Merha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merha is 66.05%. The male literacy rate is 75.85%, while the female literacy rate is 55.78%.