Marrakona
Marrakona is a village located in Pathariya tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Pathariya (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Marrakona village is also a gram panchayat.
Marrakona has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Marrakona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marrakona is 438473. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495224. Sargaon is nearest town to Marrakona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Marrakona village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bilha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Marrakona
Population of Marrakona
Below is a concise population overview of Marrakona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 452 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 173 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 317 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 135 | 226 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marrakona village:
- The total population of Marrakona village is around 899, including approximately 452 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 156 children aged 0–6 years in Marrakona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Marrakona village has 348 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 63 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Marrakona village is about 59.84%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 49.44%.
- There are around 145 households in Marrakona village.
Connectivity of Marrakona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marrakona. As per the 2011 stats, Marrakona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marrakona
Knowing the nearby villages of Marrakona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marrakona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marrakona
- Where is Marrakona located?
- Marrakona village is situated in Pathariya Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marrakona?
- Marrakona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Marrakona?
- The pincode of Marrakona is 495224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marrakona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marrakona is 899, with 452 males and 447 females.
- How many households are there in Marrakona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marrakona village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marrakona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marrakona is 59.84%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 49.44%.