Marjum
About Marjum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Marjum village is 450221. Marjum village is located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Marjum village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 571.89 hectares. Marjum has a total population of 1,682 peoples, out of which male population is 880 while female population is 802. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 911 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of marjum village is 6.90% out of which 8.41% males and 5.24% females are literate. There are about 339 houses in marjum village. Pincode of marjum village locality is 494449.
When it comes to administration, Marjum village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Marjum village comes under Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to marjum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
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Population of Marjum
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,682 | 880 | 802 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 74 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,566 | 806 | 760 |
Connectivity of Marjum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Marjum
Where is Marjum located?
Marjum village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marjum?
Marjum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Marjum?
The pincode of Marjum is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marjum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marjum is 1,682, with 880 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Marjum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marjum village has a total of 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marjum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marjum is 6.90%. The male literacy rate is 8.41%, while the female literacy rate is 5.24%.