Marchola - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Marchola is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Marcholla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marchola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marchola is 001633. The village covers a total geographical area of 652.8 hectares and falls under the 185152 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Marchola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marchola
As per Census 2011, Marchola village has a total population of 1,394 people, consisting of 702 males and 692 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,008 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marchola are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Marchola
Marchola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thanda Pani | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Mawa | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Langar | East | 3.73 km |
| Patrara | East | 4.42 km |
| Bhajwal | South | 5.41 km |
| Bakhar | West | 6.36 km |
| Changi Kangrial | South-West | 6.94 km |
| Chak Tawela | South-West | 7.16 km |
| Devak | North-East | 7.29 km |
| Potha | West | 8.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marchola
Marchola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Marchola is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Marchola is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marchola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marchola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Marchola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marchola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marchola
Where is Marchola located?
Marchola village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marchola?
The Gram Panchayat of Marchola is Marcholla.
What is the pincode of Marchola?
The pincode of Marchola is 185152.
What is the population of Marchola?
Marchola has a total population of 1,394, including 702 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Marchola?
There are 303 households in Marchola.
What is the literacy rate in Marchola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marchola is 72.31%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 66.76%.