Merkhogundi Population
As per the 2011 Census, Merkhogundi Village has a population of 290 (290) with 148 (148) males and 142 (142) females.The sex ratio in Merkhogundi is 960, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Merkhogundi Village is 47 (47) which is 16.21% of Merkhogundi Village overall population, Child sex Ratio of Merkhogundi Village is 1239 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Merkhogundi village is listed as part of the Gande Subdistrict (Tahsil) of the Giridih District in the state of JHARKHAND in INDIA.
The majority of the Village population resides in Rural areas.
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Merkhogundi Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Merkhogundi Village current estimated population is projected to be 351 (351), indicating a 20.82% increased from Merkhogundi's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 179 , and the estimated female population is 173 .
Merkhogundi Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Merkhogundi Village estimated population is projected to be 355 (355), projecting a 22.32% increased from Merkhogundi's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 181 , and the estimated female population is 175 .
Merkhogundi Literacy Rate
Merkhogundi Village has a literacy rate of 79.01% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Merkhogundi Village is 91.34 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Merkhogundi Village is 65.52 higher than national average of 64.63%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Merkhogundi
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79.01 | 91.34 | 65.52 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 79.01 | 91.34 | 65.52 |
Merkhogundi Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Merkhogundi Village is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Merkhogundi Village.
Merkhogundi Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes Population in Merkhogundi Village is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Tribes in Merkhogundi Village.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Merkhogundi
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 960 |
Merkhogundi Area & Households
The Total Number of households in Merkhogundi Village are 57 (57).
Merkhogundi Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Merkhogundi Village, there are about 142 (142) workers, making up nearly 48.97% of the Merkhogundi Village total population. Out of these, around 110 (110) are male workers, and about 32 (32) are female workers.
Merkhogundi - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 351 (351) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 355 (355) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 359 (359) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 363 (363) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 367 (367) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 371 (371) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 375 (375) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 379 (379) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 382 (382) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 385 (385) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 389 (389) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 392 (392) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 396 (396) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Merkhogundi Village's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 396 (396), with a male population of 200 (200) and a female population of 196 (196). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Merkhogundi Village's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.
Merkhogundi Locality & Nearby Villages
| # | Village Name | Village Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhobana | 561 |
| 2 | Maheshmunda | 539 |
| 3 | Chengarbad | 914 |
| 4 | Mahadeodih | 475 |
| 5 | Sankardih | 298 |
| 6 | Barhagari | 42 |
| 7 | Chutiadih | 440 |
| 8 | Nawadih | 143 |
| 9 | Pandedih | 95 |
| 10 | Ambadih | 390 |