Marka Pathar - Harrai, Chhindwara
Marka Pathar is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Ghoghari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marka Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marka Pathar is 494157. The village covers a total geographical area of 924.94 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Marka Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marka Pathar
As per Census 2011, Marka Pathar village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 132 males and 145 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marka Pathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 132 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 130 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 77 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 55 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Marka Pathar
Marka Pathar 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 Marka Pathar
Marka Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Harrai to Marka Pathar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Marka Pathar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marka Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marka Pathar 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 Marka Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marka Pathar 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 Marka Pathar
Where is Marka Pathar located?
Marka Pathar village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marka Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Marka Pathar is Ghoghari.
What is the pincode of Marka Pathar?
The pincode of Marka Pathar is 480224.
What is the population of Marka Pathar?
Marka Pathar has a total population of 277, including 132 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Marka Pathar?
There are 52 households in Marka Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Marka Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marka Pathar is 46.21%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 35.17%.