Marhawa - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Marhawa is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marhawa is 209565. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.78 hectares and falls under the 221002 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Marhawa is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marhawa
As per Census 2011, Marhawa village has a total population of 3,302 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,555 females. The village has 559 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,050 literate and 1,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marhawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,302 | 1,747 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 254 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 91 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,050 | 1,212 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 535 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Marhawa
Marhawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhmitia | South | 0.51 km |
| Soyepur | North-East | 0.57 km |
| Banwaripur | North | 1.02 km |
| Lamhi | East | 1.03 km |
| Har Ballabhpur | North | 1.46 km |
| Aitha | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Hasimpur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Goithaha | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Baniyapur | North | 2.00 km |
| Rajnahiya | North-East | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marhawa
The nearest railway station is Sarnath, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Marhawa
Where is Marhawa located?
Marhawa village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Marhawa?
The pincode of Marhawa is 221002.
What is the population of Marhawa?
Marhawa has a total population of 3,302, including 1,747 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Marhawa?
There are 559 households in Marhawa.
What is the literacy rate in Marhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marhawa is 62.08%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 53.89%.