Marhia
Marhia is a village located in Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Narkatiaganj (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Banbariya is the gram panchayat of Marhia village.
Here you can discover what makes Marhia unique in its vibrant Narkatiaganj-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Marhia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Marhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marhia is 216664. The village spans a total geographical area of 843.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845455. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Marhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Marhia
Population of Marhia
According to the 2011 Census, Marhia has a total population of about 4,120, with approximately 2,147 males and 1,973 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 803 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 665 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.23%, with male literacy at about 41.83% and female literacy near 34.31%. There are around 759 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,120 | 2,147 | 1,973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 803 | 412 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 665 | 353 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,575 | 898 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,545 | 1,249 | 1,296 |
Connectivity of Marhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marhia. As per the 2011 stats, Marhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Marhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marhia
- Where is Marhia located?
- Marhia village is situated in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marhia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marhia is Banbariya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marhia?
- The pincode of Marhia is 845455, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marhia is 4,120, with 2,147 males and 1,973 females.
- How many households are there in Marhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marhia village has a total of 759 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marhia is 38.23%. The male literacy rate is 41.83%, while the female literacy rate is 34.31%.