Marchaur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Marchaur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Marchaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marchaur is 175133. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.67 hectares and falls under the 271504 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Marchaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marchaur
As per Census 2011, Marchaur village has a total population of 6,142 people, consisting of 3,177 males and 2,965 females. The village has 938 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,497 literate and 3,645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marchaur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 2,497 | 1,601 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,645 | 1,576 | 2,069 |
Nearby Villages of Marchaur
Marchaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardiha Sapaur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Vishunpur Kalan | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Durauni | West | 3.12 km |
| Gajsinghpur | South | 3.14 km |
| Sakraur | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Pure Lali | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Charaunha | North | 3.52 km |
| Pure Tiwari | South | 3.61 km |
| Deharas | East | 4.06 km |
| Telaha | South-East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marchaur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Marchaur. The nearest railway station is Maijapur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Gonda to Marchaur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Marchaur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marchaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marchaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marchaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marchaur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marchaur
Where is Marchaur located?
Marchaur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marchaur?
Marchaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marchaur?
The pincode of Marchaur is 271504.
What is the population of Marchaur?
Marchaur has a total population of 6,142, including 3,177 males and 2,965 females.
How many households are there in Marchaur?
There are 938 households in Marchaur.
What is the literacy rate in Marchaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marchaur is 40.65%. Male literacy is 50.39% and female literacy is 30.22%.