Marta - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Marta is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Marta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marta is 005098. The village covers a total geographical area of 1336.7 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Marta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marta
According to the 2011 Census, Marta village had a total population of 3,719 people, including 1,951 males and 1,768 females, living in 630 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.24%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 59.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,246.
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 | 3,719 | 1,951 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 592 | 331 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,246 | 663 | 583 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,134 | 1,237 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,585 | 714 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Marta
Marta 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 Marta
Marta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramnagar to Marta is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Marta is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marta
Where is Marta located?
Marta village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marta?
Marta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marta?
The pincode of Marta is 182122.
What is the population of Marta?
Marta had a total population of 3,719, including 1,951 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Marta?
Marta had 630 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marta was 68.24%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 59.52%.