Marua - Baisi, Purnia
Marua is a village situated in the Baisi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bangama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marua is 224075. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Marua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marua
As per Census 2011, Marua village has a total population of 1,529 people, consisting of 807 males and 722 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 705 literate and 824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 450 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 357 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Marua
Marua 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 Marua
Marua 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Marua is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Marua
Where is Marua located?
Marua village is located in Baisi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marua?
The Gram Panchayat of Marua is Bangama.
What is the pincode of Marua?
The pincode of Marua is 854315.
What is the population of Marua?
Marua has a total population of 1,529, including 807 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Marua?
There are 338 households in Marua.
What is the literacy rate in Marua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marua is 46.11%. Male literacy is 55.76% and female literacy is 35.32%.