Marrhi Kalaunda - Sirdala, Nawada

Marrhi Kalaunda is a village situated in the Sirdala subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirdala and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Khatangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marrhi Kalaunda village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Marrhi Kalaunda is 258291. The village covers a total geographical area of 1881 hectares and falls under the 805127 pincode. Hisua is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.

Marrhi Kalaunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.

Population of Marrhi Kalaunda

According to the 2011 Census, Marrhi Kalaunda village had a total population of 1,033 people, including 534 males and 499 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.93%, with male literacy at 42.95% and female literacy at 24.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Marrhi Kalaunda

Marrhi Kalaunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Marrhi Kalaunda

Marrhi Kalaunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Baskatwa B. H., while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hisua to Marrhi Kalaunda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Marrhi Kalaunda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Marrhi Kalaunda

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marrhi Kalaunda village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Marrhi Kalaunda

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marrhi Kalaunda village are given below:

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