Merki

Merki is a village located in Mauranipur tehsil of Jhansi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mauranipur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jhansi. As per 2009 stats, Merki village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Merki unique in its vibrant Mauranipur-Jhansi region. You’ll see Merki’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 Merki

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Merki is 152680. The village spans a total geographical area of 427.35 hectares. Jhansi is nearest town to Merki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Merki

According to the 2011 Census, Merki has a total population of about 1,929, with approximately 1,026 males and 903 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 788 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 66.61%, with male literacy at about 77.97% and female literacy near 53.71%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Merki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,929 1,026 903
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 264 138 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) 788 420 368
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,285 800 485
Illiterate Population 644 226 418

Connectivity of Merki

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Merki. As per the 2011 stats, Merki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Merki

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Merki

Where is Merki located?
Merki village is situated in Mauranipur Tehsil, within the Jhansi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merki?
Merki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Merki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merki is 1,929, with 1,026 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Merki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merki village has a total of 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merki is 66.61%. The male literacy rate is 77.97%, while the female literacy rate is 53.71%.