Marlawada - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Marlawada is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Silehgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marlawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marlawada is 104942. The village covers a total geographical area of 1113.19 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Marlawada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marlawada
According to the 2011 Census, Marlawada village had a total population of 2,017 people, including 1,052 males and 965 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.72%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 46.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 576, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,017 | 1,052 | 965 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 153 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 576 | 300 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 720 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 332 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Marlawada
Marlawada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangaliya Kheri | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Khokhariya Kalan | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Kochariya Kheri | East | 2.52 km |
| Jheekariya | North | 3.21 km |
| Khokhariya Khurd | South | 3.50 km |
| Piplyaghata | West | 3.90 km |
| Silehgarh | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Dhatooriya Khurd | East | 4.52 km |
| Karawan | South | 4.68 km |
| Boliya | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marlawada
Public transport in the Marlawada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garot, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Marlawada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Marlawada is about 73 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 Marlawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marlawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marlawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marlawada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marlawada
Where is Marlawada located?
Marlawada village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marlawada?
The Gram Panchayat of Marlawada is Silehgarh.
What is the pincode of Marlawada?
The pincode of Marlawada is 326512.
What is the population of Marlawada?
Marlawada had a total population of 2,017, including 1,052 males and 965 females.
How many households are there in Marlawada?
Marlawada had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marlawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marlawada was 63.72%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 46.56%.