Maricho - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Maricho is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Maricho village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maricho is 361644. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.57 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Maricho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maricho
As per Census 2011, Maricho village has a total population of 1,092 people, consisting of 548 males and 544 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maricho are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 548 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 44 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 92 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 364 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 184 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Maricho
Maricho 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 Maricho
Maricho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Maricho has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Maricho is about 22 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 Maricho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maricho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maricho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maricho 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 Maricho
Where is Maricho located?
Maricho village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maricho?
Maricho is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maricho?
The pincode of Maricho is 828109.
What is the population of Maricho?
Maricho has a total population of 1,092, including 548 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Maricho?
There are 210 households in Maricho.
What is the literacy rate in Maricho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maricho is 52.20%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 37.87%.