Marua

Marua is a village located in Baisi subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Baisi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Bangama is the gram panchayat of Marua village.

Marua has its own place in the vibrant Purnia 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 224075. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Marua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km 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 1,529 807 722
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 338 171 167
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,138 592 546
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 705 450 255
Illiterate Population 824 357 467

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

  • The total population of Marua village is around 1,529, including approximately 807 males and 722 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 338 children aged 0–6 years in Marua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marua village has 1,138 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marua village is about 46.11%, with male literacy at 55.76% and female literacy at 35.32%.
  • There are around 338 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Phulbhasa Balia Gothphar Leluka Parant Kauakol Bangaon Majhwar Lamatphulbari Puranganj Sonapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Marua

Where is Marua located?
Marua village is situated in Baisi Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marua?
The Gram Panchayat of Marua is Bangama (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 1,529, with 807 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Marua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marua village has a total of 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marua is 46.11%. The male literacy rate is 55.76%, while the female literacy rate is 35.32%.