Marita - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Marita is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Hatru serves as the Village Panchayat for Marita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marita is 531616. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.83 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Marita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marita
According to the 2011 Census, Marita village had a total population of 578 people, including 287 males and 291 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.06%, with male literacy at 93.70% and female literacy at 63.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 569.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 578 | 287 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 49 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 283 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 223 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 64 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Marita
Marita 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 Marita
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Marita.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Marita is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Marita is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marita 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 Marita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marita village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marita
Where is Marita located?
Marita village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Marita?
The Village Panchayat of Marita is Hatru.
What is the pincode of Marita?
The pincode of Marita is 444807.
What is the population of Marita?
Marita had a total population of 578, including 287 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Marita?
Marita had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marita was 79.06%. Male literacy was 93.70% and female literacy was 63.91%.