Maral
Maral is a village located in Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Patnagarh (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Khuntsamalai is the gram panchayat of Maral village.
Here you can discover what makes Maral unique in its vibrant Patnagarh-Balangir region. You’ll see Maral’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maral
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maral is 420556. The village spans a total geographical area of 254 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767025. Patnagarh is nearest town to Maral village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Maral
Population of Maral
According to the 2011 Census, Maral has a total population of about 474, with approximately 248 males and 226 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.22%, with male literacy at about 64.52% and female literacy near 42.92%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maral's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 248 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 257 | 160 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 88 | 129 |
Connectivity of Maral
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maral. As per the 2011 stats, Maral had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maral
Knowing the nearby villages of Maral helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maral.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maral
- Where is Maral located?
- Maral village is situated in Patnagarh Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maral?
- The Gram Panchayat of Maral is Khuntsamalai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Maral?
- The pincode of Maral is 767025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maral is 474, with 248 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Maral as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maral village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maral as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maral is 54.22%. The male literacy rate is 64.52%, while the female literacy rate is 42.92%.