Marthu
About Marthu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Marthu village is 026248. Marthu village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 66km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Marthu village. As per 2009 stats, Tharola is the gram panchayat of Marthu village.
The total geographical area of village is 22.09 hectares. Marthu has a total population of 42 peoples, out of which male population is 19 while female population is 23. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1210 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of marthu village is 88.10% out of which 89.47% males and 86.96% females are literate. There are about 9 houses in marthu village. Pincode of marthu village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Marthu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Marthu village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to marthu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Marthu
The population details of Marthu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Connectivity of Marthu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marthu
Where is Marthu located?
Marthu village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marthu?
The Gram Panchayat of Marthu is Tharola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Marthu?
The pincode of Marthu is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marthu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marthu is 42, with 19 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Marthu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marthu village has a total of 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marthu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marthu is 88.10%. The male literacy rate is 89.47%, while the female literacy rate is 86.96%.