Mari - Reasi
Mari is a village situated in the Reasi tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Reasi, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mari is 005263. The village covers a total geographical area of 1081.7 hectares and falls under the 182311 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Mari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mari
According to the 2011 Census, Mari village had a total population of 837 people, including 452 males and 385 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.35%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 52.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 837 | 452 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 67 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 297 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 155 | 203 |
Transport and Connectivity of Mari
Mari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Reasi to Mari is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Mari is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mari
Where is Mari located?
Mari village is located in Reasi Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mari?
Mari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mari?
The pincode of Mari is 182311.
What is the population of Mari?
Mari had a total population of 837, including 452 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Mari?
Mari had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mari was 65.35%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 52.30%.