Marpa Tahir - Bairgania, Sitamarhi
Marpa Tahir is a village situated in the Bairgania subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairgania and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Patahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marpa Tahir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marpa Tahir is 218991. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 843313 pincode. Bairgania is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Marpa Tahir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marpa Tahir
As per Census 2011, Marpa Tahir village has a total population of 3,709 people, consisting of 1,917 males and 1,792 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,457 literate and 2,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marpa Tahir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,709 | 1,917 | 1,792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 695 | 352 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 386 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,457 | 907 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,252 | 1,010 | 1,242 |
Nearby Villages of Marpa Tahir
Marpa Tahir 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 Marpa Tahir
Public transport in the Marpa Tahir is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Marpa Tahir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bairgania to Marpa Tahir is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Marpa Tahir 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 Marpa Tahir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marpa Tahir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marpa Tahir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marpa Tahir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marpa Tahir
Where is Marpa Tahir located?
Marpa Tahir village is located in Bairgania Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marpa Tahir?
The Gram Panchayat of Marpa Tahir is Patahi.
What is the pincode of Marpa Tahir?
The pincode of Marpa Tahir is 843313.
What is the population of Marpa Tahir?
Marpa Tahir has a total population of 3,709, including 1,917 males and 1,792 females.
How many households are there in Marpa Tahir?
There are 867 households in Marpa Tahir.
What is the literacy rate in Marpa Tahir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marpa Tahir is 39.28%. Male literacy is 47.31% and female literacy is 30.69%.