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.
Google Map of Merki
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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%.