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.

Here you can discover what makes Martara unique in its vibrant Bemetara-Durg region. You’ll see Martara’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 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.

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Population of Martara

According to the 2011 Census, Martara has a total population of about 1,551, with approximately 792 males and 759 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.38%, with male literacy at about 73.99% and female literacy near 48.22%. There are around 259 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Martara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.