Marai

Marai is a village located in Umreth tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Umreth (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Marai village is also a gram panchayat.

Marai has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara 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 Marai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marai is 494840. The village spans a total geographical area of 268.96 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Marai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Marai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 901 453 448
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 49 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 121 67 54
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 457 216 241
Literate Population 522 302 220
Illiterate Population 379 151 228

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

  • The total population of Marai village is around 901, including approximately 453 males and 448 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Marai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marai village has 121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 457 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marai village is about 57.94%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 49.11%.
  • There are around 196 households in Marai village.

Connectivity of Marai

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

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

Nearby Villages of Marai

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marai

Where is Marai located?
Marai village is situated in Umreth Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marai?
Marai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Marai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marai is 901, with 453 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Marai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marai village has a total of 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marai is 57.94%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 49.11%.