Marpa - Boarijor, Godda
Marpa is a village situated in the Boarijor subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boarijor and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Baghmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marpa is 356059. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Marpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marpa
As per Census 2011, Marpa village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 81 males and 77 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Marpa
Marpa 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 Marpa
Marpa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Godda to Marpa is about 37 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 Marpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marpa 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 Marpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marpa 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 Marpa
Where is Marpa located?
Marpa village is located in Boarijor Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Marpa is Baghmara.
What is the pincode of Marpa?
The pincode of Marpa is 814155.
What is the population of Marpa?
Marpa has a total population of 158, including 81 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Marpa?
There are 37 households in Marpa.
What is the literacy rate in Marpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marpa is 32.28%. Male literacy is 30.86% and female literacy is 33.77%.