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.

Merha has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 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.

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Population of Merha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Merha village is around 4,144, including approximately 2,120 males and 2,024 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 621 children aged 0–6 years in Merha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merha village has 383 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merha village is about 66.05%, with male literacy at 75.85% and female literacy at 55.78%.
  • There are around 595 households in Merha village.

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.

Harisingh Patti Firojpur Ratasi Badal Patti Madhoram Patti Gajandrapur Gaura Melupur Maniyarepur Besahupur Jokhapur

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%.