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.

Merki has its own place in the vibrant Jhansi 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 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

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

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

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

  • The total population of Merki village is around 1,929, including approximately 1,026 males and 903 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Merki village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Merki village has 788 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Merki village is about 66.61%, with male literacy at 77.97% and female literacy at 53.71%.
  • There are around 348 households in Merki village.

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.

Mailoni Sitaura Saptwara Durgapur Siyawnikhurd Rupa Dhamana Piprokhar Churari Jhankari Jalalpura Kharka Sani

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%.