Marahi - Rajpur, Buxar
Marahi is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marahi is 248452. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Marahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marahi
According to the 2011 Census, Marahi village had a total population of 768 people, including 406 males and 362 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.54%, with male literacy at 71.47% and female literacy at 38.03%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 406 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 94 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 223 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 183 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Marahi
Marahi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Marahi
Marahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buxar to Marahi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marahi
Where is Marahi located?
Marahi village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Marahi is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Marahi?
The pincode of Marahi is 802122.
What is the population of Marahi?
Marahi had a total population of 768, including 406 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Marahi?
Marahi had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marahi was 55.54%. Male literacy was 71.47% and female literacy was 38.03%.