Merha Population
As per the 2011 Census, Merha Village has a population of 423 (423) with 211 (211) males and 212 (212) females.The sex ratio in Merha is 1005, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Merha Village is 56 (56) which is 13.24% of Merha Village overall population, Child sex Ratio of Merha Village is 1546 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Merha village is listed as part of the Angara Subdistrict (Tahsil) of the Ranchi District in the state of JHARKHAND in INDIA.
The majority of the Village population resides in Rural areas.
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Merha Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Merha Village current estimated population is projected to be 512 (512), indicating a 20.82% increased from Merha's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 255 , and the estimated female population is 258 .
Merha Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Merha Village estimated population is projected to be 518 (518), projecting a 22.32% increased from Merha's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 258 , and the estimated female population is 261 .
Merha Literacy Rate
Merha Village has a literacy rate of 86.92% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Merha Village is 98.94 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Merha Village is 74.16 higher than national average of 64.63%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Merha
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86.92 | 98.94 | 74.16 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 86.92 | 98.94 | 74.16 |
Merha Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes Population in Merha Village is 0, meaning there are no Scheduled Castes in Merha Village.
Merha Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Merha Village is 324 (324) with 162 (162) males and 162 (162) females, which is 76.6% of Merha Village overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1000 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Merha
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1005 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 1005 |
Merha Area & Households
The Total Number of households in Merha Village are 83 (83).
Merha Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Merha Village, there are about 313 (313) workers, making up nearly 74% of the Merha Village total population. Out of these, around 160 (160) are male workers, and about 153 (153) are female workers.
Merha - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 512 (512) | 20.82% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 518 (518) | 22.32% | 1.5 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 524 (524) | 23.73% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 530 (530) | 25.08% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 535 (535) | 26.43% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 541 (541) | 27.78% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 547 (547) | 29.13% | 1.35 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 552 (552) | 30.38% | 1.25 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 557 (557) | 31.55% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 562 (562) | 32.71% | 1.16 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 567 (567) | 33.88% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 572 (572) | 35.05% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 577 (577) | 36.22% | 1.17 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Merha Village's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 577 (577), with a male population of 285 (285) and a female population of 292 (292). This reflects a total growth of 36.22% from Merha Village's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.28%.
Merha Locality & Nearby Villages
| # | Village Name | Village Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chatra | 5,088 |
| 2 | Burhibera | 601 |
| 3 | Banpur | 1,578 |
| 4 | Paika | 2,012 |
| 5 | Jarga | 1,716 |
| 6 | Hapatbera | 596 |
| 7 | Heslabera | 1,430 |
| 8 | Rajadera | 4,077 |
| 9 | Dhurleta | 189 |
| 10 | Bisa | 2,976 |