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Village code 547467
Merkheda Village, Jafferabad Taluka: Map, PIN Code and Population
Merkheda is a village in Jafferabad 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.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Merkheda is a village in Jafferabad Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Jalna district, Maharashtra. For Merkheda, the population is 1,509, PIN code is 431206 and Census village code is 547467. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
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
| Village code | 547467 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 431206 |
| Population | 1,509 |
| Households | 361 |
| Area | 548 ha / 5.48 sq. km / 1,354 acres |
| Population density | 275 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 872 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Chikhli (35 km) |
| Current state | Maharashtra |
| Census 2011 state | Maharashtra |
| Current district | Jalna |
| Census 2011 district | Jalna |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 431206. This helps users verify the postal area for Merkheda, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 431206 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Jaffrabad S.O, Bharaj B.O, Janephal B.O, Khasgaon B.O, Mahora B.O, and Sipora Ambhora B.O |
| Best matching post office | Jaffrabad S.O (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 8 |
| Postal district | Jalna |
| Postal state | Maharashtra |
| Postal division | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Division |
| Postal circle | Maharashtra Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Merkheda comes under Merkheda gram panchayat and Jafferabad C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Jafferabad Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluka headquarters is Jafferabad at 65 km. The Census district headquarters, Jalna, is 65 km away.
| Current state | Maharashtra |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Maharashtra |
| Current district | Jalna |
| Census 2011 district | Jalna |
| State code | 27 |
| District code | 514 |
| Taluka / Census sub-district code | 4126 |
| C.D. Block code | 177 |
| Block panchayat code | 177 |
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
1,509 residents in 361 households
Male population
806
Female population
703
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 82; 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: 3
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 2
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
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.
| ASHA worker | Available |
|---|
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.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not 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.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 12 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 15 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.
| Net area sown | 470.04 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 463.14 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 6.90 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 6.90 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 62.76 hectares |
| Main crop | Cotton |
| Second crop | Soybean |
| Third crop | Maize |
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.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Khasgaon, within 5 km. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Jaferabad, 5-10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Merkheda
Chikhli (35 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Jafferabad 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.
| Nearest major town | Chikhli (35 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluka headquarters | Jafferabad (65 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
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.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Maharashtra government website Official state/UT portal
- Jalna district administration Official district portal
- Mahabhulekh land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 547467
- India Post PIN code search 431206
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.
| Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 3 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Agricultural Credit Societies | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
| Public Distribution System PDS Shop | Available |
| Nutritional Centres ICDS | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Others | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Daily Newspaper Supply | Available |
| Assembly Polling Station | Available |
| Birth and Death Registration Office | Available |
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 Jafferabad Taluka, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Jalna.
Which Taluka is Merkheda in?
Merkheda is in Jafferabad 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 547467.
What is the PIN code of Merkheda?
The PIN code reported for Merkheda is 431206.
What is the population of Merkheda?
Merkheda has 1,509 residents in 361 households as per Census 2011.
Which is the nearest town to Merkheda?
The nearest statutory town to Merkheda is Chikhli (35 km).
Which crops are grown in Merkheda?
The main crops reported for Merkheda are Cotton, Soybean, and Maize.
What land-use details are available for Merkheda?
Land-use details for Merkheda include net area sown: 470.04 hectares, irrigated area: 463.14 hectares, and unirrigated area: 6.90 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 available in the 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 548 hectares.
How many households are in Merkheda?
Merkheda has 361 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Merkheda?
Treated tap water is not available in village.
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