Maranga

Maranga is a village located in Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dagarua (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Purnia. As per 2009 stats, Chapi is the gram panchayat of Maranga village.

Maranga 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 Maranga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maranga is 224133. The village spans a total geographical area of 82 hectares. Purnia is nearest town to Maranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Maranga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,757 1,418 1,339
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 615 311 304
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 56 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 644 407 237
Illiterate Population 2,113 1,011 1,102

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

  • The total population of Maranga village is around 2,757, including approximately 1,418 males and 1,339 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 615 children aged 0–6 years in Maranga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maranga village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Maranga village is about 23.36%, with male literacy at 28.70% and female literacy at 17.70%.
  • There are around 553 households in Maranga village.

Connectivity of Maranga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maranga. As per the 2011 stats, Maranga 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Maranga

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

Lasanpur Chakua Patringa Sakraili Siarkham Daspatar Sonbhanga Chanpi Marchai Kechua Adhkaili

Frequently Asked Questions about Maranga

Where is Maranga located?
Maranga village is situated in Dagarua Subdivision, within the Purnia district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Maranga is Chapi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Maranga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maranga is 2,757, with 1,418 males and 1,339 females.
How many households are there in Maranga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maranga village has a total of 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maranga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maranga is 23.36%. The male literacy rate is 28.70%, while the female literacy rate is 17.70%.