Marchaur
Marchaur is a village located in Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Colonelganj (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Gonda. As per 2009 stats, Marchaur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Marchaur unique in its vibrant Colonelganj-Gonda region. You’ll see Marchaur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Marchaur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marchaur is 175133. The village spans a total geographical area of 800.67 hectares. Gonda is nearest town to Marchaur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Marchaur
Population of Marchaur
According to the 2011 Census, Marchaur has a total population of about 6,142, with approximately 3,177 males and 2,965 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 539 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.65%, with male literacy at about 50.39% and female literacy near 30.22%. There are around 938 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marchaur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,142 | 3,177 | 2,965 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,168 | 613 | 555 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 282 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,497 | 1,601 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,645 | 1,576 | 2,069 |
Connectivity of Marchaur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marchaur. As per the 2011 stats, Marchaur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marchaur
Knowing the nearby villages of Marchaur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marchaur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marchaur
- Where is Marchaur located?
- Marchaur village is situated in Colonelganj Tehsil, within the Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marchaur?
- Marchaur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Marchaur?
- The pincode of Marchaur is 27104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marchaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marchaur is 6,142, with 3,177 males and 2,965 females.
- How many households are there in Marchaur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marchaur village has a total of 938 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marchaur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marchaur is 40.65%. The male literacy rate is 50.39%, while the female literacy rate is 30.22%.