Marpura - Lahar, Bhind
Marpura is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Marpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marpura is 453677. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.35 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Marpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marpura
As per Census 2011, Marpura village has a total population of 770 people, consisting of 410 males and 360 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 453 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 770 | 410 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 66 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 301 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 109 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Marpura
Marpura 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 Marpura
Marpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lahar to Marpura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Marpura is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marpura
Where is Marpura located?
Marpura village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marpura?
Marpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marpura?
The pincode of Marpura is 477445.
What is the population of Marpura?
Marpura has a total population of 770, including 410 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Marpura?
There are 187 households in Marpura.
What is the literacy rate in Marpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marpura is 58.83%. Male literacy is 73.41% and female literacy is 42.22%.