Marh - Makridi, Mandi
Marh is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 84 km from Mandi. Kolang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marh is 013300. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.52 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Marh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marh
According to the 2011 Census, Marh village had a total population of 59 people, including 27 males and 32 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.15%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 60.71%.
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 | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Marh
Marh 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 Marh
Marh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Marh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Marh is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marh
Where is Marh located?
Marh village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marh?
The Gram Panchayat of Marh is Kolang.
What is the pincode of Marh?
The pincode of Marh is 175015.
What is the population of Marh?
Marh had a total population of 59, including 27 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Marh?
Marh had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marh was 71.15%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 60.71%.