Marusuan - Banspal, Keonjhar
Marusuan is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from Nayakote and around 75 km from Kendujhar. Talakadakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marusuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marusuan is 386221. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Marusuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marusuan
According to the 2011 Census, Marusuan village had a total population of 769 people, including 393 males and 376 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.75%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 25.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 545.
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 | 769 | 393 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 71 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 273 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 138 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 255 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Marusuan
Marusuan 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 Marusuan
Marusuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kendujhar to Marusuan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Marusuan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marusuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marusuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marusuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marusuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marusuan
Where is Marusuan located?
Marusuan village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marusuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Marusuan is Talakadakala.
What is the pincode of Marusuan?
The pincode of Marusuan is 758085.
What is the population of Marusuan?
Marusuan had a total population of 769, including 393 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Marusuan?
Marusuan had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marusuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marusuan was 34.75%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 25.77%.