Marpa Kalan
Marpa Kalan is a village located in Dharhara subdivision of Munger district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dharhara (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Munger. As per 2009 stats, Amari is the gram panchayat of Marpa Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Marpa Kalan unique in its vibrant Dharhara-Munger region. You’ll see Marpa Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Marpa Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marpa Kalan is 242781. The village spans a total geographical area of 101 hectares. Jamalpur is nearest town to Marpa Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Marpa Kalan
Population of Marpa Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Marpa Kalan has a total population of about 1,030, with approximately 523 males and 507 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.05%, with male literacy at about 34.23% and female literacy near 15.58%. There are around 207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marpa Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,030 | 523 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 117 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 258 | 179 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 344 | 428 |
Connectivity of Marpa Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marpa Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Marpa Kalan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marpa Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Marpa Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marpa Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marpa Kalan
- Where is Marpa Kalan located?
- Marpa Kalan village is situated in Dharhara Subdivision, within the Munger district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marpa Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marpa Kalan is Amari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Marpa Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marpa Kalan is 1,030, with 523 males and 507 females.
- How many households are there in Marpa Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marpa Kalan village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marpa Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marpa Kalan is 25.05%. The male literacy rate is 34.23%, while the female literacy rate is 15.58%.