Marua

Marua is a village located in Jokihat subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jokihat (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Bara Istambarar is the gram panchayat of Marua village.

Marua has its own place in the vibrant Araria region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Marua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marua is 222158. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares. Araria is nearest town to Marua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Marua

Below is a concise population overview of Marua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,038 1,012 1,026
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 508 251 257
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 12 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 719 430 289
Illiterate Population 1,319 582 737

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marua village:

  • The total population of Marua village is around 2,038, including approximately 1,012 males and 1,026 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 508 children aged 0–6 years in Marua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marua village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marua village is about 35.28%, with male literacy at 42.49% and female literacy at 28.17%.
  • There are around 444 households in Marua village.

Connectivity of Marua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marua. As per the 2011 stats, Marua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Marua

Knowing the nearby villages of Marua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marua.

Naua Nankar Kathalbari Kajleta Bara Istamrar Siswa Mehadinagar Dabhra Baharbari Laruabari Pirganj Girda

Frequently Asked Questions about Marua

Where is Marua located?
Marua village is situated in Jokihat Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marua?
The Gram Panchayat of Marua is Bara Istambarar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Marua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marua is 2,038, with 1,012 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Marua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marua village has a total of 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marua is 35.28%. The male literacy rate is 42.49%, while the female literacy rate is 28.17%.