Marotan - Kalol, Bilaspur
Marotan is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Bilaspur. Salwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marotan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marotan is 019432. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.66 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Marotan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marotan
As per Census 2011, Marotan village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 139 males and 102 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 733 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marotan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 139 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 113 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Marotan
Marotan 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 Marotan
Marotan 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 Bilaspur to Marotan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marotan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marotan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marotan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marotan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marotan
Where is Marotan located?
Marotan village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marotan?
The Gram Panchayat of Marotan is Salwar.
What is the pincode of Marotan?
The pincode of Marotan is 174017.
What is the population of Marotan?
Marotan has a total population of 241, including 139 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Marotan?
There are 46 households in Marotan.
What is the literacy rate in Marotan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marotan is 75.93%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 68.63%.