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.
Here you can discover what makes Marai unique in its vibrant Umreth-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Marai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Marai
Population of Marai
According to the 2011 Census, Marai has a total population of about 901, with approximately 453 males and 448 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 457. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.94%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 49.11%. There are around 196 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.