Marh - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Marh is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marh is 049268. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.37 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Marh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marh
As per Census 2011, Marh village has a total population of 92 people, consisting of 45 males and 47 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 24 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Marh
Marh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Marh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Marh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Marh is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Marh is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marh 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 Marh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marh 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 Marh
Where is Marh located?
Marh village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marh?
The Gram Panchayat of Marh is Mad.
What is the pincode of Marh?
The pincode of Marh is 262552.
What is the population of Marh?
Marh has a total population of 92, including 45 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Marh?
There are 23 households in Marh.
What is the literacy rate in Marh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marh is 73.91%. Male literacy is 68.89% and female literacy is 78.72%.