Marsara - Dumraon, Buxar
Marsara is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kanjharua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marsara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marsara is 248195. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.4 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Marsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marsara
According to the 2011 Census, Marsara village had a total population of 390 people, including 202 males and 188 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.78%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 52.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300.
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 | 390 | 202 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 153 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 124 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 78 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Marsara
Marsara 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 Marsara
Marsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Marsara is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Marsara is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Marsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marsara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marsara
Where is Marsara located?
Marsara village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Marsara?
The Gram Panchayat of Marsara is Kanjharua.
What is the pincode of Marsara?
The pincode of Marsara is 802119.
What is the population of Marsara?
Marsara had a total population of 390, including 202 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Marsara?
Marsara had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marsara was 64.78%. Male literacy was 76.54% and female literacy was 52.56%.