Marur

Marur is a village located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Padavagodu is the gram panchayat of Marur village.

Marur has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Marur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marur is 607206. The village spans a total geographical area of 991.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577434. Sagar is nearest town to Marur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Marur

Below is a concise population overview of Marur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 585 283 302
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 36 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 346 187 159
Illiterate Population 239 96 143

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Marur village:

  • The total population of Marur village is around 585, including approximately 283 males and 302 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Marur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marur village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marur village is about 59.15%, with male literacy at 66.08% and female literacy at 52.65%.
  • There are around 147 households in Marur village.

Connectivity of Marur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Marur

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

Jambagar Balagodu Marasa Madasuru Padavagodu Kerodi Nadakalasi Brahmanamanchale Nadamanchale Harogoppa Banadakoppa

Frequently Asked Questions about Marur

Where is Marur located?
Marur village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marur?
The Gram Panchayat of Marur is Padavagodu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Marur?
The pincode of Marur is 577434, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marur is 585, with 283 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Marur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marur village has a total of 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marur is 59.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.08%, while the female literacy rate is 52.65%.