Marra

Marra is a village located in Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sonhaula (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Madarganj is the gram panchayat of Marra village.

Marra has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur 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 Marra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marra is 240278. The village spans a total geographical area of 146 hectares. Colgong is nearest town to Marra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Marra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,721 901 820
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 378 177 201
Scheduled Castes (SC) 614 330 284
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 358 257 101
Illiterate Population 1,363 644 719

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

  • The total population of Marra village is around 1,721, including approximately 901 males and 820 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 378 children aged 0–6 years in Marra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marra village has 614 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Marra village is about 20.80%, with male literacy at 28.52% and female literacy at 12.32%.
  • There are around 337 households in Marra village.

Connectivity of Marra

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

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

Nearby Villages of Marra

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

Mahiawan Rasulpur Gobindpur Biswaspur Pothia Baisa Bishunpur Bastikia Baniadih Telwara

Frequently Asked Questions about Marra

Where is Marra located?
Marra village is situated in Sonhaula Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marra?
The Gram Panchayat of Marra is Madarganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Marra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marra is 1,721, with 901 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Marra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marra village has a total of 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marra is 20.80%. The male literacy rate is 28.52%, while the female literacy rate is 12.32%.