Marchadih - Sonahatu, Ranchi
Marchadih is a village situated in the Sonahatu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonahatu and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Telwadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marchadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marchadih is 373923. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.81 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Marchadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Marchadih
According to the 2011 Census, Marchadih village had a total population of 373 people, including 176 males and 197 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.77%, with male literacy at 77.86% and female literacy at 59.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 176 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 67 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Marchadih
Marchadih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Erramhatu | West | 0.89 km |
| Domadih | South | 1.14 km |
| Paramjarea | North | 1.69 km |
| Somadih | East | 1.74 km |
| Dibadih | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Sigid | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Tetwadih | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Poring Chauli | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Loadih | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Buruhatu Sundrup | South | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marchadih
Marchadih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Torang, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Marchadih is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marchadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marchadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Marchadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marchadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marchadih
Where is Marchadih located?
Marchadih village is located in Sonahatu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Marchadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Marchadih is Telwadih.
What is the pincode of Marchadih?
The pincode of Marchadih is 834001.
What is the population of Marchadih?
Marchadih had a total population of 373, including 176 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Marchadih?
Marchadih had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marchadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marchadih was 67.77%. Male literacy was 77.86% and female literacy was 59.01%.