Marma - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Marma is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Khamtala serves as the Village Panchayat for Marma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marma is 538893. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.34 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Marma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marma
According to the 2011 Census, Marma village had a total population of 112 people, including 59 males and 53 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.41%, with male literacy at 58.14% and female literacy at 40.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 34 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Marma
Marma 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 Marma
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Marma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gadchiroli to Marma is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Marma is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marma 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 Marma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marma 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marma
Where is Marma located?
Marma village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Marma?
The Village Panchayat of Marma is Khamtala.
What is the pincode of Marma?
The pincode of Marma is 442606.
What is the population of Marma?
Marma had a total population of 112, including 59 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Marma?
Marma had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marma was 49.41%. Male literacy was 58.14% and female literacy was 40.48%.