Marchai

Marchai is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Chapi is the gram panchayat of Marchai village.

Marchai has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 Marchai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marchai is 224137. The village spans a total geographical area of 103 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Marchai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Marchai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 529 280 249
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 52 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 220 150 70
Illiterate Population 309 130 179

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

  • The total population of Marchai village is around 529, including approximately 280 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Marchai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Marchai village is about 41.59%, with male literacy at 53.57% and female literacy at 28.11%.
  • There are around 118 households in Marchai village.

Connectivity of Marchai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marchai. As per the 2011 stats, Marchai 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Marchai

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

Siarkham Maranga Daspatar Sonbhanga Chanpi Kechua Adhkaili Pipra Dhapi Nikhrail Amnakismat

Frequently Asked Questions about Marchai

Where is Marchai located?
Marchai village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marchai?
The Gram Panchayat of Marchai is Chapi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Marchai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marchai is 529, with 280 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Marchai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marchai village has a total of 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marchai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marchai is 41.59%. The male literacy rate is 53.57%, while the female literacy rate is 28.11%.