Marhera - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Marhera is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Dharmsala. Khabli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marhera is 010415. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.68 hectares and falls under the 177114 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Marhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marhera
According to the 2011 Census, Marhera village had a total population of 530 people, including 235 males and 295 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,255 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.36%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 77.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 235 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 169 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 66 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Marhera
Marhera 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 Marhera
Marhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Marhera is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marhera 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Marhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Marhera
Where is Marhera located?
Marhera village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Marhera is Khabli.
What is the pincode of Marhera?
The pincode of Marhera is 177114.
What is the population of Marhera?
Marhera had a total population of 530, including 235 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Marhera?
Marhera had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marhera was 81.36%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 77.39%.