Marhana
Marhana is a village located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Marhana village. As per 2009 stats, Marhana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Marhana unique in its vibrant Bharari-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Marhana’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 Marhana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marhana is 019154. The village spans a total geographical area of 472 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174028. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Marhana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Marhana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Marhana
Population of Marhana
According to the 2011 Census, Marhana has a total population of about 2,375, with approximately 1,147 males and 1,228 females. The sex ratio is around 1070 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 346 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 77.89%, with male literacy at about 82.48% and female literacy near 73.62%. There are around 522 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,375 | 1,147 | 1,228 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 167 | 179 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Literate Population | 1,850 | 946 | 904 |
Illiterate Population | 525 | 201 | 324 |
Connectivity of Marhana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marhana. As per the 2011 stats, Marhana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marhana
Knowing the nearby villages of Marhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marhana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marhana
- Where is Marhana located?
- Marhana village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marhana?
- Marhana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Marhana?
- The pincode of Marhana is 174028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marhana is 2,375, with 1,147 males and 1,228 females.
- How many households are there in Marhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marhana village has a total of 522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marhana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marhana is 77.89%. The male literacy rate is 82.48%, while the female literacy rate is 73.62%.