Marghia

Marghia is a village located in Barari subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Barari. Barari is the sub-district headquarter of Marghia village. As per 2009 stats, Paschim Bari Nagar is the gram panchayat of Marghia village.

Marghia has its own place in the vibrant Katihar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Marghia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marghia is 225617. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.1 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Marghia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Marghia

Below is a concise population overview of Marghia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,141 1,144 997
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 526 278 248
Scheduled Castes (SC) 218 111 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,035 643 392
Illiterate Population 1,106 501 605

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marghia village:

  • The total population of Marghia village is around 2,141, including approximately 1,144 males and 997 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 526 children aged 0–6 years in Marghia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marghia village has 218 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Marghia village is about 48.34%, with male literacy at 56.21% and female literacy at 39.32%.
  • There are around 388 households in Marghia village.

Connectivity of Marghia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marghia. As per the 2011 stats, Marghia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Marghia

Knowing the nearby villages of Marghia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marghia.

Pachgachhia Badh Barinagar Barari Suphi Dighra Badh Jawania Milik Madarsa Mohjan Chhohar Milik

Frequently Asked Questions about Marghia

Where is Marghia located?
Marghia village is situated in Barari Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marghia?
The Gram Panchayat of Marghia is Paschim Bari Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Marghia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marghia is 2,141, with 1,144 males and 997 females.
How many households are there in Marghia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marghia village has a total of 388 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marghia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marghia is 48.34%. The male literacy rate is 56.21%, while the female literacy rate is 39.32%.