Marpa

Marpa is a village located in Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sonbarsa (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Marpa village is also a gram panchayat.

Marpa has its own place in the vibrant Sitamarhi 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 Marpa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marpa is 219075. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843317. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Marpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Marpa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,977 4,741 4,236
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,850 976 874
Scheduled Castes (SC) 119 56 63
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,544 2,345 1,199
Illiterate Population 5,433 2,396 3,037

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

  • The total population of Marpa village is around 8,977, including approximately 4,741 males and 4,236 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,850 children aged 0–6 years in Marpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marpa village has 119 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Marpa village is about 39.48%, with male literacy at 49.46% and female literacy at 28.31%.
  • There are around 1,760 households in Marpa village.

Connectivity of Marpa

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

Nearby Villages of Marpa

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

Az Rakbe Bharsand Urlahia Kanhauli Muh Chatti Pipra Dadan Pipra Dih Kachaur Phulkaha Bhutahi Arazi Mohanpur Fatehpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Marpa

Where is Marpa located?
Marpa village is situated in Sonbarsa Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marpa?
Marpa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Marpa?
The pincode of Marpa is 843317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marpa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marpa is 8,977, with 4,741 males and 4,236 females.
How many households are there in Marpa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marpa village has a total of 1,760 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marpa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marpa is 39.48%. The male literacy rate is 49.46%, while the female literacy rate is 28.31%.