Marua

Marua is a village located in Dinara subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dinara (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Akodha is the gram panchayat of Marua village.

Marua has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 250937. The village spans a total geographical area of 104 hectares. Sasaram is nearest town to Marua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km 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 985 494 491
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 169 78 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) 223 115 108
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 608 360 248
Illiterate Population 377 134 243

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

  • The total population of Marua village is around 985, including approximately 494 males and 491 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Marua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marua village has 223 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marua village is about 61.73%, with male literacy at 72.87% and female literacy at 50.51%.
  • There are around 151 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Ankorha Bariyarpur Tora Panditpura Munra Khalsapur Durgapur Girdhariya Dhawniyan Kusahi Baghelpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Marua

Where is Marua located?
Marua village is situated in Dinara Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marua?
The Gram Panchayat of Marua is Akodha (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 985, with 494 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Marua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marua village has a total of 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marua is 61.73%. The male literacy rate is 72.87%, while the female literacy rate is 50.51%.