Marma

Marma is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Khamtala is the gram panchayat of Marma village.

Marma has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli 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 Marma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marma is 538893. The village spans a total geographical area of 249.34 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Marma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.

When it comes to local governance, Marma village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Marma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 112 59 53
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 16 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 112 59 53
Literate Population 42 25 17
Illiterate Population 70 34 36

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

  • The total population of Marma village is around 112, including approximately 59 males and 53 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Marma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marma village has 112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Marma village is about 37.50%, with male literacy at 42.37% and female literacy at 32.08%.
  • There are around 24 households in Marma village.

Connectivity of Marma

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

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

Nearby Villages of Marma

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Marma

Where is Marma located?
Marma village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marma?
The Gram Panchayat of Marma is Khamtala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Marma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marma is 112, with 59 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Marma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marma village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marma is 37.50%. The male literacy rate is 42.37%, while the female literacy rate is 32.08%.