Marthapur - Harraiya, Basti
Marthapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marthapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marthapur is 179763. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.98 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Marthapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marthapur
As per Census 2011, Marthapur village has a total population of 43 people, consisting of 21 males and 22 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marthapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Marthapur
Marthapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laxmanpur Lalmani | West | 0.73 km |
| Kalyanpur | South | 0.75 km |
| Phooldih | East | 0.96 km |
| Gauriya Nain | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Hanumanpur | West | 1.22 km |
| Munderipur | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Patkhapur | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Kaulpur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Sahjaura Pathak | South | 1.63 km |
| Kalandaraha | East | 1.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marthapur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Marthapur. The nearest railway station is Ramghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Basti to Marthapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Marthapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marthapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marthapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marthapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marthapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marthapur
Where is Marthapur located?
Marthapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Marthapur is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Marthapur?
The pincode of Marthapur is 272131.
What is the population of Marthapur?
Marthapur has a total population of 43, including 21 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Marthapur?
There are 8 households in Marthapur.
What is the literacy rate in Marthapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marthapur is 34.88%. Male literacy is 52.38% and female literacy is 18.18%.