Martara
Martara is a village located in Bemetara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Bemetara (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Martara village is also a gram panchayat.
Martara has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Martara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Martara is 441956. The village spans a total geographical area of 627.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491335. Bemetara is nearest town to Martara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Martara 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 Nawagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Martara
Population of Martara
Below is a concise population overview of Martara 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 | 1,551 | 792 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 121 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 586 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 206 | 393 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Martara village:
- The total population of Martara village is around 1,551, including approximately 792 males and 759 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Martara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Martara village has 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Martara village is about 61.38%, with male literacy at 73.99% and female literacy at 48.22%.
- There are around 259 households in Martara village.
Connectivity of Martara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Martara. As per the 2011 stats, Martara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Martara
Knowing the nearby villages of Martara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Martara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Martara
- Where is Martara located?
- Martara village is situated in Bemetara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Martara?
- Martara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Martara?
- The pincode of Martara is 491335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Martara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Martara is 1,551, with 792 males and 759 females.
- How many households are there in Martara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Martara village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Martara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Martara is 61.38%. The male literacy rate is 73.99%, while the female literacy rate is 48.22%.