Maranda
About Maranda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Maranda village is 011651. Maranda village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Maranda village. As per 2009 stats, Rajpur is the gram panchayat of Maranda village.
The total geographical area of village is 43 hectares. Maranda has a total population of 503 peoples, out of which male population is 250 while female population is 253. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1012 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of maranda village is 79.52% out of which 82.00% males and 77.08% females are literate. There are about 119 houses in maranda village. Pincode of maranda village locality is 176102.
When it comes to administration, Maranda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Maranda village comes under Palampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to maranda village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Maranda
The population details of Maranda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 250 | 253 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 149 | 65 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 205 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 45 | 58 |
Connectivity of Maranda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Maranda
Where is Maranda located?
Maranda village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maranda?
The Gram Panchayat of Maranda is Rajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Maranda?
The pincode of Maranda is 176102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Maranda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maranda is 503, with 250 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Maranda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Maranda village has a total of 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maranda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maranda is 79.52%. The male literacy rate is 82.00%, while the female literacy rate is 77.08%.