Marchanji
Marchanji is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Ak\hnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu.
Marchanji has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Marchanji
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marchanji is 005596. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Khour is nearest town to Marchanji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
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Population of Marchanji
Below is a concise population overview of Marchanji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 237 | 124 | 113 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 190 | 104 | 86 |
Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marchanji village:
- The total population of Marchanji village is around 237, including approximately 124 males and 113 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 22 children aged 0–6 years in Marchanji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Marchanji village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Marchanji village is about 80.17%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 76.11%.
- There are around 57 households in Marchanji village.
Connectivity of Marchanji
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marchanji. As per the 2011 stats, Marchanji 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marchanji
Knowing the nearby villages of Marchanji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marchanji.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marchanji
- Where is Marchanji located?
- Marchanji village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Marchanji?
- The pincode of Marchanji is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marchanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marchanji is 237, with 124 males and 113 females.
- How many households are there in Marchanji as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marchanji village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marchanji as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marchanji is 80.17%. The male literacy rate is 83.87%, while the female literacy rate is 76.11%.