Marcha
Marcha is a village located in Bagmundi subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.5km away from sub-district headquarter Pathardihi (tehsildar office) and 71.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Tunturi Suisa is the gram panchayat of Marcha village.
Here you can discover what makes Marcha unique in its vibrant Bagmundi-Puruliya region. You’ll see Marcha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Marcha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marcha is 331526. The village spans a total geographical area of 298.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723212. Jhalda is nearest town to Marcha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Marcha
Population of Marcha
According to the 2011 Census, Marcha has a total population of about 2,002, with approximately 1,025 males and 977 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 349 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 552 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 179. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.40%, with male literacy at about 60.98% and female literacy near 31.12%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marcha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,002 | 1,025 | 977 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 166 | 183 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 291 | 261 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 100 | 79 |
Literate Population | 929 | 625 | 304 |
Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 400 | 673 |
Connectivity of Marcha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marcha. As per the 2011 stats, Marcha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marcha
Knowing the nearby villages of Marcha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marcha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marcha
- Where is Marcha located?
- Marcha village is situated in Bagmundi Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marcha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marcha is Tunturi Suisa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marcha?
- The pincode of Marcha is 723212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marcha is 2,002, with 1,025 males and 977 females.
- How many households are there in Marcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marcha village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marcha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marcha is 46.40%. The male literacy rate is 60.98%, while the female literacy rate is 31.12%.