Marh

Marh is a village located in Jammu tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from Jammu, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Marh village. As per 2009 stats, Marh village is also a gram panchayat.

Marh 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 Marh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marh is 005659. The village spans a total geographical area of 695.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181206. Katra is nearest town to Marh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Marh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 740 387 353
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 58 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 87 51 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 242 123 119
Literate Population 438 252 186
Illiterate Population 302 135 167

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

  • The total population of Marh village is around 740, including approximately 387 males and 353 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Marh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marh village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 242 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marh village is about 59.19%, with male literacy at 65.12% and female literacy at 52.69%.
  • There are around 124 households in Marh village.

Connectivity of Marh

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Marh

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Marh

Where is Marh located?
Marh village is situated in Jammu Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marh?
Marh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Marh?
The pincode of Marh is 181206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marh is 740, with 387 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Marh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marh village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marh is 59.19%. The male literacy rate is 65.12%, while the female literacy rate is 52.69%.