Marh - Nagrota, Jammu
Marh is a village situated in the Nagrota tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Jammu and around 13 km from Jammu. Marh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marh is 005808. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.2 hectares and falls under the 181221 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 17 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 1,185 people, consisting of 629 males and 556 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 869 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,185 | 629 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 212 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 499 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 130 | 186 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Marh is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Marh is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marh
Where is Marh located?
Marh village is located in Nagrota 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 181221.
What is the population of Marh?
Marh has a total population of 1,185, including 629 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Marh?
There are 228 households in Marh.
What is the literacy rate in Marh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marh is 73.33%. Male literacy is 79.33% and female literacy is 66.55%.