Marichbad - Narayanpur, Jamtara
Marichbad is a village situated in the Narayanpur subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Saharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marichbad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marichbad is 372279. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.79 hectares and falls under the 815357 pincode.
Marichbad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marichbad
As per Census 2011, Marichbad village has a total population of 201 people, consisting of 110 males and 91 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marichbad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 201 | 110 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 54 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 56 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Marichbad
Marichbad 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 Marichbad
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Marichbad.
| 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 Jamtara to Marichbad is about 33 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 Marichbad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marichbad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marichbad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marichbad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marichbad
Where is Marichbad located?
Marichbad village is located in Narayanpur Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marichbad?
The Gram Panchayat of Marichbad is Saharpur.
What is the pincode of Marichbad?
The pincode of Marichbad is 815357.
What is the population of Marichbad?
Marichbad has a total population of 201, including 110 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Marichbad?
There are 43 households in Marichbad.
What is the literacy rate in Marichbad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marichbad is 40.30%. Male literacy is 49.09% and female literacy is 29.67%.