Marh - Marh, Jammu
Marh is a village situated in the Marh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Jammu and around 30 km from Jammu. Marh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marh is 005659. The village covers a total geographical area of 695.7 hectares and falls under the 181206 pincode. Katra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
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 Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marh
As per Census 2011, Marh village has a total population of 740 people, consisting of 387 males and 353 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Transport and Connectivity of Marh
Marh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katra to Marh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Marh is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 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 Marh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marh?
Marh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marh?
The pincode of Marh is 181206.
What is the population of Marh?
Marh has a total population of 740, including 387 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Marh?
There are 124 households in Marh.
What is the literacy rate in Marh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marh is 59.19%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 52.69%.