Marghana - Chenani, Udhampur
Marghana is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Lower Kud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marghana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marghana is 005000. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chennani is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Marghana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marghana
According to the 2011 Census, Marghana village had a total population of 55 people, including 32 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 719 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 57.14%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Marghana
Marghana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Marghana
Public transport in the Marghana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chennani to Marghana is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Marghana is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marghana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marghana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marghana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marghana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marghana
Where is Marghana located?
Marghana village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marghana?
The Gram Panchayat of Marghana is Lower Kud.
What is the pincode of Marghana?
The pincode of Marghana is 182141.
What is the population of Marghana?
Marghana had a total population of 55, including 32 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Marghana?
Marghana had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marghana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marghana was 73.91%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.