Village code 547391

Merkheda Village, Bhokardan Taluka: Map, PIN Code and Population

Merkheda is a village in Bhokardan Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Jalna district, Maharashtra. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Merkheda village map in Maharashtra
Merkheda village map image for Bhokardan Taluka, Maharashtra.

Village Overview

Merkheda is a village in Bhokardan Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Jalna district, Maharashtra. For Merkheda, the population is 442 and Census village code is 547391. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Merkheda village
Village code547391
Population442
Households91
Area130.30 ha / 1.30 sq. km / 322 acres
Population density339 people per sq. km
Sex ratio897 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townBhokardan (15 km)
Current stateMaharashtra
Census 2011 stateMaharashtra
Current districtJalna
Census 2011 districtJalna

Location and Administration

Merkheda comes under Merkheda gram panchayat and Bhokardan C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bhokardan Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluka headquarters is Bhokardan at 15 km. The Census district headquarters, Jalna, is 35 km away.

Administrative details for Merkheda
Current stateMaharashtra
Census 2011 stateMaharashtra
Current districtJalna
Census 2011 districtJalna
State code27
District code514
Taluka / Census sub-district code4125
C.D. Block code176
Block panchayat code176

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Merkheda village and its household count.

Total population

442 residents in 91 households

Male population

233

Female population

209

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 17; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Merkheda
ASHA workerNot available in village

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Merkheda
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Merkheda
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterAvailable
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power12 hours per day
Winter domestic power15 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Merkheda
Net area sown118.85 hectares
Irrigated area117.25 hectares
Unirrigated area1.60 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area1.60 hectares
Non-agricultural area4.30 hectares

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Merkheda
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kedarkheda, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kedarkheda, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kedarkheda, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.

How to Reach Merkheda

Bhokardan (15 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Bhokardan is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Merkheda
Nearest major townBhokardan (15 km)
Taluka headquartersBhokardan (15 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluka, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Merkheda. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Merkheda
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Tap Water UntreatedAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluka, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Merkheda village located?

Merkheda is located in Bhokardan Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Jalna.

Which Taluka is Merkheda in?

Merkheda is in Bhokardan Taluka. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Merkheda in?

District: Jalna.

What is the village code of Merkheda?

The Census village code of Merkheda is 547391.

What is the population of Merkheda?

Merkheda has 442 residents in 91 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Merkheda?

The nearest statutory town to Merkheda is Bhokardan (15 km).

What land-use details are available for Merkheda?

Land-use details for Merkheda include net area sown: 118.85 hectares, irrigated area: 117.25 hectares, and unirrigated area: 1.60 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Merkheda?

Government primary school status for Merkheda is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Merkheda?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Merkheda?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Merkheda?

The total geographical area of Merkheda is 130.30 hectares.

How many households are in Merkheda?

Merkheda has 91 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Merkheda?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

Is electricity available for homes in Merkheda?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

Is there an all-weather road to Merkheda?

All-weather road status for Merkheda is not available in village.

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