Marsul - Digras, Yavatmal
Marsul is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Marsul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marsul is 542691. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.48 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Marsul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marsul
According to the 2011 Census, Marsul village had a total population of 675 people, including 348 males and 327 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.38%, with male literacy at 75.08% and female literacy at 45.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 675 | 348 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 223 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 125 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Marsul
Marsul 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 Marsul
Public transport in the Marsul is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Digras to Marsul is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Marsul 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 Marsul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marsul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marsul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marsul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marsul
Where is Marsul located?
Marsul village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marsul?
Marsul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marsul?
The pincode of Marsul is 445203.
What is the population of Marsul?
Marsul had a total population of 675, including 348 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Marsul?
Marsul had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marsul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marsul was 60.38%. Male literacy was 75.08% and female literacy was 45.10%.