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.

Marha has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Marha

Below is a concise population overview of Marha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marha village:

  • The total population of Marha village is around 658, including approximately 337 males and 321 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Marha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marha village has 132 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Marha village is about 61.25%, with male literacy at 74.78% and female literacy at 47.04%.
  • There are around 129 households in Marha village.

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)
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.

Akhauri Khap Nemhat Baijli Chankar Kasturi Itwan Mandar Poldih Obra Bedaulia Dhania Bahera

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%.