Merend
About Merend
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Merend village is 331267. Merend village is located in Jhalda I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 52.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kalma is the gram panchayat of Merend village.
The total geographical area of village is 126.63 hectares. Merend has a total population of 759 peoples, out of which male population is 376 while female population is 383. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1018 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of merend village is 61.79% out of which 76.33% males and 47.52% females are literate. There are about 161 houses in merend village. Pincode of merend village locality is 723202.
Jhalda is nearest town to merend village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Merend
The population details of Merend cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 376 | 383 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 287 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 89 | 201 |
Connectivity of Merend
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merend
Where is Merend located?
Merend village is situated in Jhalda I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Merend?
The Gram Panchayat of Merend is Kalma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Merend?
The pincode of Merend is 723202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Merend as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Merend is 759, with 376 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Merend as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Merend village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Merend as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Merend is 61.79%. The male literacy rate is 76.33%, while the female literacy rate is 47.52%.