Marhat

Marhat is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Marhat village is also a gram panchayat.

Marhat has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Marhat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marhat is 200542. The village spans a total geographical area of 313.64 hectares. Shahganj is nearest town to Marhat village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Marhat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Marhat

Below is a concise population overview of Marhat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,191 616 575
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 78 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 471 245 226
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 798 466 332
Illiterate Population 393 150 243

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marhat village:

  • The total population of Marhat village is around 1,191, including approximately 616 males and 575 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Marhat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marhat village has 471 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Marhat village is about 67.00%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 57.74%.
  • There are around 158 households in Marhat village.

Connectivity of Marhat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marhat. As per the 2011 stats, Marhat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Marhat

Knowing the nearby villages of Marhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marhat.

Niranjanpur Birishamshuddin Pur Jagbandan Pur Uchahil Pur Baranpur Chakbarna Chakfatepur Hansapur Kabiruddinpur Baharipur Bheekh Patti

Frequently Asked Questions about Marhat

Where is Marhat located?
Marhat village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marhat?
Marhat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Marhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marhat is 1,191, with 616 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Marhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marhat village has a total of 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marhat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marhat is 67.00%. The male literacy rate is 75.65%, while the female literacy rate is 57.74%.