Maraur

Maraur is a village located in Chamba tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from Chamba, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Maraur village. As per 2009 stats, Piyoohra is the gram panchayat of Maraur village.

Here you can discover what makes Maraur unique in its vibrant Chamba region. You’ll see Maraur’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 Maraur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maraur is 007881. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176315. Chamba is nearest town to Maraur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Maraur 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 Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Maraur

Population of Maraur

According to the 2011 Census, Maraur has a total population of about 978, with approximately 496 males and 482 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 145 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 186. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.47%, with male literacy at about 75.40% and female literacy near 49.17%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maraur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Maraur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maraur. As per the 2011 stats, Maraur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Maraur

Knowing the nearby villages of Maraur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maraur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Maraur