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.

Maraha has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 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.

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Population of Maraha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Maraha village is around 2,146, including approximately 1,099 males and 1,047 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 318 children aged 0–6 years in Maraha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Maraha village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Maraha village is about 46.37%, with male literacy at 58.51% and female literacy at 33.62%.
  • There are around 344 households in Maraha village.

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)
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.

Dhaurahra Patkhauli Nandpur Natwar Gopi Natwar Parsaram Natwar Birbal Maripur Khurd Mandipur Kalan Rasidpur Gurdaha Khurd Sahbalpur

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%.