Marur - Belur, Hassan
Marur is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Chikkamedur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marur is 615080. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.07 hectares and falls under the 573115 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Marur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marur
As per Census 2011, Marur village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 129 males and 136 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 129 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 57 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Marur
Marur 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 Marur
Public transport in the Marur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belur to Marur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Marur is about 46 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 Marur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marur 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 Marur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marur
Where is Marur located?
Marur village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marur?
The Gram Panchayat of Marur is Chikkamedur.
What is the pincode of Marur?
The pincode of Marur is 573115.
What is the population of Marur?
Marur has a total population of 265, including 129 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Marur?
There are 77 households in Marur.
What is the literacy rate in Marur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marur is 54.72%. Male literacy is 55.81% and female literacy is 53.68%.