Village code 224137

Marchai Village, Dagarua Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Marchai is a village in Dagarua Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purnia district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Marchai village map in Bihar
Marchai village map image for Dagarua Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Marchai is a village in Dagarua Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purnia district, Bihar. For Marchai, the population is 529 and Census village code is 224137. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Marchai village
Village code224137
Population529
Households118
Area103 ha / 1.03 sq. km / 255 acres
Population density514 people per sq. km
Sex ratio889 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townPurnia (23 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtPurnia
Census 2011 districtPurnia

Location and Administration

Marchai comes under Chanpi gram panchayat and Dagarua C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Dagarua Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Dagarua at 7 km. The Census district headquarters, Purnia, is 23 km away.

Administrative details for Marchai
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtPurnia
Census 2011 districtPurnia
State code10
District code211
Block / Census sub-district code1141
Gram panchayat code5
C.D. Block code129
Block panchayat code129

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Marchai village and its household count.

Total population

529 residents in 118 households

Male population

280

Female population

249

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Not available in village

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Marchai
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Marchai
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketAvailable
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Marchai
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Marchai
Net area sown83 hectares
Irrigated area26 hectares
Unirrigated area57 hectares
Non-agricultural area12 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Marchai
Primary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Dhanuk Tola, 5-10 km away.
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Chanpi, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kanhriya, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Dagarua, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.

How to Reach Marchai

Purnia (23 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Dagarua is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Marchai
Nearest major townPurnia (23 km)
Block headquartersDagarua (7 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Marchai. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Marchai
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Mandis Regular MarketAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Marchai village located?

Marchai is located in Dagarua Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Purnia.

Which Block is Marchai in?

Marchai is in Dagarua Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Marchai in?

District: Purnia.

What is the village code of Marchai?

The Census village code of Marchai is 224137.

What is the population of Marchai?

Marchai has 529 residents in 118 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Marchai part of?

Marchai comes under Chanpi gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Marchai?

The nearest statutory town to Marchai is Purnia (23 km).

Which crops are grown in Marchai?

The main crops reported for Marchai are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Marchai?

Land-use details for Marchai include net area sown: 83 hectares, irrigated area: 26 hectares, and unirrigated area: 57 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Marchai?

Government primary school status for Marchai is not available in village.

Is public bus service available in Marchai?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Marchai?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Marchai?

The total geographical area of Marchai is 103 hectares.

How many households are in Marchai?

Marchai has 118 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Marchai?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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