Merha - Badlapur, Jaunpur
Merha is a village situated in the Badlapur tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badlapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Merha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merha is 200642. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.85 hectares and falls under the 222125 pincode.
Merha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Merha
As per Census 2011, Merha village has a total population of 4,144 people, consisting of 2,120 males and 2,024 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 621 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,737 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Merha are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 2,737 | 1,608 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 512 | 895 |
Nearby Villages of Merha
Merha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Deeh Dadare | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Harisingh Patti | West | 1.52 km |
| Dadari | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Mubarakpur | East | 1.63 km |
| Larpur | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Baghari Kalan | North | 1.68 km |
| Naurangabad | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Pura Rajwar | South | 1.71 km |
| Gajandrapur | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Firojpur | West | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Merha
Merha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Merha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Merha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Merha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Merha
Where is Merha located?
Merha village is located in Badlapur Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merha?
Merha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Merha?
The pincode of Merha is 222125.
What is the population of Merha?
Merha has a total population of 4,144, including 2,120 males and 2,024 females.
How many households are there in Merha?
There are 595 households in Merha.
What is the literacy rate in Merha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merha is 66.05%. Male literacy is 75.85% and female literacy is 55.78%.