Maruba - Wakro Circle, Lohit
Maruba is a village situated in the Wakro Circle of Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from Wakro and around 61 km from Tezu. Hallo-maruba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maruba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maruba is 266478. The village falls under the 792102 pincode. Tezu is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Maruba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maruba
According to the 2011 Census, Maruba village had a total population of 122 people, including 64 males and 58 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 20 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Maruba
Maruba 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 Maruba
Maruba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezu to Maruba is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maruba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maruba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maruba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maruba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maruba
Where is Maruba located?
Maruba village is located in Wakro Circle Circle, Lohit district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maruba?
The Gram Panchayat of Maruba is Hallo-maruba.
What is the pincode of Maruba?
The pincode of Maruba is 792102.
What is the population of Maruba?
Maruba had a total population of 122, including 64 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Maruba?
Maruba had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maruba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maruba was 70.37%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 64.00%.