Marra - Bardez, North Goa
Marra is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Candolim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marra is 626689. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.56 hectares and falls under the 403114 pincode.
Marra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saligao Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marra
As per Census 2011, Marra village has a total population of 1,988 people, consisting of 1,029 males and 959 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,700 literate and 288 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,988 | 1,029 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,700 | 903 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 126 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Marra
Marra 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 Marra
Marra 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 Marra is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marra
Where is Marra located?
Marra village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marra?
The Gram Panchayat of Marra is Candolim.
What is the pincode of Marra?
The pincode of Marra is 403114.
What is the population of Marra?
Marra has a total population of 1,988, including 1,029 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Marra?
There are 516 households in Marra.
What is the literacy rate in Marra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marra is 85.51%. Male literacy is 87.76% and female literacy is 83.11%.