Marrak - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Marrak is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Mishra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marrak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marrak is 214106. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.68 hectares and falls under the 231225 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Marrak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marrak
According to the 2011 Census, Marrak village had a total population of 180 people, including 95 males and 85 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.34%, with male literacy at 87.18% and female literacy at 60.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 27 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Marrak
Marrak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paraswara Raja | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Jogi Chaura | North | 1.56 km |
| Bhairwa | North | 1.95 km |
| Mishra | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Khariya | West | 2.31 km |
| Parasawar Chaube | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Barawa Bhatwari | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Kota (ct) | West | 3.84 km |
| Jamshila (ct) | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Basi | North | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marrak
Marrak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shakti Nagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Marrak is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marrak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marrak 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Marrak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marrak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marrak
Where is Marrak located?
Marrak village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marrak?
The Gram Panchayat of Marrak is Mishra.
What is the pincode of Marrak?
The pincode of Marrak is 231225.
What is the population of Marrak?
Marrak had a total population of 180, including 95 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Marrak?
Marrak had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marrak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marrak was 74.34%. Male literacy was 87.18% and female literacy was 60.81%.