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.
Here you can discover what makes Marenga unique in its vibrant Chhindgarh-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Marenga’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 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.
Google Map of Marenga
Population of Marenga
According to the 2011 Census, Marenga has a total population of about 1,297, with approximately 623 males and 674 females. The sex ratio is around 1081 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,167. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.78%, with male literacy at about 51.04% and female literacy near 27.45%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marenga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.