Marour - Dharwala, Chamba
Marour is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chamba. Piyoohra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marour is 007881. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Marour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marour
According to the 2011 Census, Marour village had a total population of 978 people, including 496 males and 482 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.99%, with male literacy at 85.98% and female literacy at 54.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 496 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 87 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 374 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 122 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Marour
Marour 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 Marour
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Marour.
| 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 Chamba to Marour is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marour
Where is Marour located?
Marour village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marour?
The Gram Panchayat of Marour is Piyoohra.
What is the pincode of Marour?
The pincode of Marour is 176324.
What is the population of Marour?
Marour had a total population of 978, including 496 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Marour?
Marour had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marour was 69.99%. Male literacy was 85.98% and female literacy was 54.11%.