Marhama

Marhama is a village located in Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bijbehar (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Marhama has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Marhama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marhama is 003584. The village spans a total geographical area of 2151.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192124. Beijbehara is nearest town to Marhama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Marhama

Below is a concise population overview of Marhama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 15,964 8,077 7,887
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3,029 1,595 1,434
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,375 737 638
Literate Population 7,561 4,408 3,153
Illiterate Population 8,403 3,669 4,734

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marhama village:

  • The total population of Marhama village is around 15,964, including approximately 8,077 males and 7,887 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3,029 children aged 0–6 years in Marhama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marhama village has 1,375 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marhama village is about 47.36%, with male literacy at 54.57% and female literacy at 39.98%.
  • There are around 2,149 households in Marhama village.

Connectivity of Marhama

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marhama. As per the 2011 stats, Marhama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Marhama

Knowing the nearby villages of Marhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marhama.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marhama

Where is Marhama located?
Marhama village is situated in Bijbehara Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Marhama?
The pincode of Marhama is 192124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marhama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marhama is 15,964, with 8,077 males and 7,887 females.
How many households are there in Marhama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marhama village has a total of 2,149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marhama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marhama is 47.36%. The male literacy rate is 54.57%, while the female literacy rate is 39.98%.