Maraha
Maraha is a village located in Manjhi subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Manjhi (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Marahan is the gram panchayat of Maraha village.
Here you can discover what makes Maraha unique in its vibrant Manjhi-Saran region. You’ll see Maraha’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 Maraha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maraha is 233449. The village spans a total geographical area of 178 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Maraha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Maraha
Population of Maraha
According to the 2011 Census, Maraha has a total population of about 2,146, with approximately 1,099 males and 1,047 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.37%, with male literacy at about 58.51% and female literacy near 33.62%. There are around 344 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maraha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,146 | 1,099 | 1,047 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 145 | 173 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 64 | 69 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Literate Population | 995 | 643 | 352 |
Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 456 | 695 |
Connectivity of Maraha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maraha. As per the 2011 stats, Maraha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maraha
Knowing the nearby villages of Maraha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maraha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maraha
- Where is Maraha located?
- Maraha village is situated in Manjhi Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maraha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maraha is Marahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Maraha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maraha is 2,146, with 1,099 males and 1,047 females.
- How many households are there in Maraha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maraha village has a total of 344 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maraha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maraha is 46.37%. The male literacy rate is 58.51%, while the female literacy rate is 33.62%.