Marenga

Marenga is a village located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Marenga village is also a gram panchayat.

Marenga has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Marenga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marenga is 450565. The village spans a total geographical area of 679.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494115. Sukma is nearest town to Marenga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.

When it comes to local governance, Marenga 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Marenga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,297 623 674
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 80 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,167 559 608
Literate Population 503 318 185
Illiterate Population 794 305 489

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

  • The total population of Marenga village is around 1,297, including approximately 623 males and 674 females, with a sex ratio of 1081 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 168 children aged 0–6 years in Marenga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marenga village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marenga village is about 38.78%, with male literacy at 51.04% and female literacy at 27.45%.
  • There are around 308 households in Marenga village.

Connectivity of Marenga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marenga. As per the 2011 stats, Marenga 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 Marenga

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marenga

Where is Marenga located?
Marenga village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marenga?
Marenga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Marenga?
The pincode of Marenga is 494115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marenga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marenga is 1,297, with 623 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Marenga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marenga village has a total of 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marenga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marenga is 38.78%. The male literacy rate is 51.04%, while the female literacy rate is 27.45%.