Marhoon

Marhoon is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Marhoon has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Marhoon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marhoon is 001661. The village spans a total geographical area of 1605 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184204. Billawar is nearest town to Marhoon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Marhoon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,435 1,304 1,131
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 433 213 220
Scheduled Castes (SC) 369 189 180
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 489 258 231
Literate Population 1,029 731 298
Illiterate Population 1,406 573 833

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

  • The total population of Marhoon village is around 2,435, including approximately 1,304 males and 1,131 females, with a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 433 children aged 0–6 years in Marhoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marhoon village has 369 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 489 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marhoon village is about 42.26%, with male literacy at 56.06% and female literacy at 26.35%.
  • There are around 423 households in Marhoon village.

Connectivity of Marhoon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marhoon. As per the 2011 stats, Marhoon 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Marhoon

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marhoon

Where is Marhoon located?
Marhoon village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Marhoon?
The pincode of Marhoon is 184204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marhoon is 2,435, with 1,304 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Marhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marhoon village has a total of 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marhoon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marhoon is 42.26%. The male literacy rate is 56.06%, while the female literacy rate is 26.35%.