Marwah
Marwah is a Town and Tehsil in Kishtwar District of Jammu & Kashmir. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Marwah Block (CD) is 00069. The total area of Marwah Tehsil is 307 km². Marwah has a sex ratio of approximately 937 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Marwah Tehsil
Marwah Tehsil has a total of 27 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Marwah Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aftee | Afti | Kokernag (40 km) |
| 2 | Barayan | Choidraman | Kokernag (40 km) |
| 3 | Busmina | Basmina | Kokernag (149 km) |
| 4 | Chanjer | Changer | Kishtwar (77 km) |
| 5 | Chicha Dachhan | Chichha | Kishtwar (30 km) |
| 6 | Choye Draman | Choidraman | Kokernag (40 km) |
| 7 | Deharna | Dehrna | Kishtwar (50 km) |
| 8 | Dharie | Nowpachi B | Kistwar (15 km) |
| 9 | Gumri | Sukhnaie | Kokernag (40 km) |
| 10 | Hanzal | Hanzal | Kishtwar (65 km) |
| 11 | Inshan | Inshan | Kokernag (35 km) |
| 12 | Janak Pur | Janakpur | Kishtwar (60 km) |
| 13 | Lohrna | Loharana A | Kishtwar (65 km) |
| 14 | Lopara | Lopara A | Kishtwar (26 km) |
| 15 | Margi | Margi | Batote (1 km) |
| 16 | Mulwarwan | Mulwarwan | Kokernag (40 km) |
| 17 | Mungli | Afti | Kokernag (40 km) |
| 18 | Nopachi | Nowpachi A | Marwah |
| 19 | Nowgam | Nowpachi B | Kokernag (48 km) |
| 20 | Pathgam | Pathgam | Kishtwar (73 km) |
| 21 | Qaderna | Qaderna A | Kishtwar (82 km) |
| 22 | Rekenwas | Sukhnaie | Kokernag (28 km) |
| 23 | Rinaie | Ranie A | Kishtwar (74 km) |
| 24 | Sonder | Sounder A | Kishtwar (100 km) |
| 25 | Sukhnai | Sukhnaie | Kishtwar (15 km) |
| 26 | Tiller | Tiller | Kishtwar (69 km) |
| 27 | Yeerdu | Yourdoo | Kishtwar (71 km) |
Population of Marwah Tehsil
The population profile of Marwah Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Marwah Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,572 | 35,572 | N/A |
| Male Population | 18,364 | 18,364 | N/A |
| Female Population | 17,208 | 17,208 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,953 | 6,953 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,651 | 3,651 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,302 | 3,302 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 15,473 | 15,473 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 10,002 | 10,002 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 5,471 | 5,471 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 20,099 | 20,099 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,362 | 8,362 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,737 | 11,737 | N/A |
| Total Households | 7,106 | 7,106 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 35,572 people. Includes nearly 18,364 males and 17,208 females. Rural population is about 35,572 people.
- There are around 6,953 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,651 boys and 3,302 girls.
- Literate population is about 15,473 people. Non-literate population is around 20,099 people.
- There are nearly 7,106 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Marwah Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 358 | 358 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 187 | 187 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 171 | 171 | N/A |
| Population Density | 116 / km² | 116 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Marwah Tehsil is about 358 people, including 187 males and 171 females. Around 358 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 116 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 116 people per sq. km.