Marhote
Marhote is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Marhote Upper is the gram panchayat of Marhote village.
Here you can discover what makes Marhote unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Marhote’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Marhote
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marhote is 001238. The village spans a total geographical area of 1729 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Marhote village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Marhote
Population of Marhote
According to the 2011 Census, Marhote has a total population of about 7,968, with approximately 4,049 males and 3,919 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,744 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6,998. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.90%, with male literacy at about 43.76% and female literacy near 23.71%. There are around 1,542 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marhote's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,968 | 4,049 | 3,919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,744 | 896 | 848 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,998 | 3,564 | 3,434 |
| Literate Population | 2,701 | 1,772 | 929 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,267 | 2,277 | 2,990 |
Connectivity of Marhote
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marhote. As per the 2011 stats, Marhote had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marhote
Knowing the nearby villages of Marhote helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marhote.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marhote
- Where is Marhote located?
- Marhote village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marhote?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marhote is Marhote Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marhote?
- The pincode of Marhote is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marhote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marhote is 7,968, with 4,049 males and 3,919 females.
- How many households are there in Marhote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marhote village has a total of 1,542 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marhote as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marhote is 33.90%. The male literacy rate is 43.76%, while the female literacy rate is 23.71%.