Merchtem is a
municipality located in the
Belgian province of
Flemish Brabant. The municipality comprises the towns of
Brussegem[?],
Hamme and Merchtem proper. On January 1st, 2000 Merchtem had a total population of 14,250 (7,091 males and 7,159 females). The total area is 36.79
km² which gives a
population density of 387.33 inhabitants per km².