Marna - Bardez, North Goa
Marna is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Siolim Marna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marna is 626671. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.94 hectares and falls under the 403517 pincode.
Marna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siolim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marna
As per Census 2011, Marna village has a total population of 1,234 people, consisting of 569 males and 665 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 1,168 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,041 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,234 | 569 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 493 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 76 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Marna
Marna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Marna
Marna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Marna is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Marna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marna
Where is Marna located?
Marna village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marna?
The Gram Panchayat of Marna is Siolim Marna.
What is the pincode of Marna?
The pincode of Marna is 403517.
What is the population of Marna?
Marna has a total population of 1,234, including 569 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Marna?
There are 298 households in Marna.
What is the literacy rate in Marna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marna is 84.36%. Male literacy is 86.64% and female literacy is 82.41%.