Marha
Marha is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Poldih is the gram panchayat of Marha village.
Here you can discover what makes Marha unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu region. You’ll see Marha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Marha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marha is 365086. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Marha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Marha
Population of Marha
According to the 2011 Census, Marha has a total population of about 658, with approximately 337 males and 321 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 132 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.25%, with male literacy at about 74.78% and female literacy near 47.04%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 658 | 337 | 321 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 44 | 57 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 403 | 252 | 151 |
Illiterate Population | 255 | 85 | 170 |
Connectivity of Marha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marha. As per the 2011 stats, Marha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marha
Knowing the nearby villages of Marha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marha
- Where is Marha located?
- Marha village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marha is Poldih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marha?
- The pincode of Marha is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marha is 658, with 337 males and 321 females.
- How many households are there in Marha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marha village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marha is 61.25%. The male literacy rate is 74.78%, while the female literacy rate is 47.04%.