Marchola
Marchola is a village located in Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sunderbani (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Rajouri.
Here you can discover what makes Marchola unique in its vibrant Sunderbani-Rajouri region. You’ll see Marchola’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 Marchola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marchola is 001633. The village spans a total geographical area of 652.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185153. Rajouri is nearest town to Marchola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Marchola
Population of Marchola
According to the 2011 Census, Marchola has a total population of about 1,394, with approximately 702 males and 692 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.31%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 66.76%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marchola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,394 | 702 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 8 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 546 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 156 | 230 |
Connectivity of Marchola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marchola. As per the 2011 stats, Marchola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marchola
Knowing the nearby villages of Marchola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marchola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marchola
- Where is Marchola located?
- Marchola village is situated in Sunderbani Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Marchola?
- The pincode of Marchola is 185153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marchola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marchola is 1,394, with 702 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Marchola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marchola village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marchola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marchola is 72.31%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 66.76%.