Mara - Joura, Morena
Mara is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Manpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mara is 452484. The village covers a total geographical area of 578 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Kailaras is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mara
As per Census 2011, Mara village has a total population of 901 people, consisting of 483 males and 418 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 644 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 483 | 418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 114 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 644 | 338 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 253 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 230 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Mara
Mara 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 Mara
Mara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kailaras to Mara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Mara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mara
Where is Mara located?
Mara village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mara is Manpur.
What is the pincode of Mara?
The pincode of Mara is 476221.
What is the population of Mara?
Mara has a total population of 901, including 483 males and 418 females.
How many households are there in Mara?
There are 171 households in Mara.
What is the literacy rate in Mara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mara is 41.29%. Male literacy is 52.38% and female literacy is 28.47%.