Marva - Behat, Saharanpur
Marva is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Marva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marva is 109017. The village covers a total geographical area of 316 hectares and falls under the 247121 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town.
Marva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marva
As per Census 2011, Marva village has a total population of 3,357 people, consisting of 1,789 males and 1,568 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 573 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,924 literate and 1,433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 835 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,357 | 1,789 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 304 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 835 | 452 | 383 |
| Literate Population | 1,924 | 1,133 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,433 | 656 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Marva
Marva 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur Mali | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Behat Beroon | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Nadrana | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Hatholi | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Bhojpur | North | 1.91 km |
| Ishaqpur Chenchi | West | 2.11 km |
| Ismailpur Aht | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Kadarpur | South | 2.39 km |
| Meerpur Gandevar | North | 2.39 km |
| Mal Mazra | South-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marva
Marva is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pilkhani, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Marva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marva 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marva 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 Marva
Where is Marva located?
Marva village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marva?
Marva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marva?
The pincode of Marva is 247121.
What is the population of Marva?
Marva has a total population of 3,357, including 1,789 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Marva?
There are 556 households in Marva.
What is the literacy rate in Marva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marva is 57.31%. Male literacy is 63.33% and female literacy is 50.45%.