Marad

Marad is a village located in Gop tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Gop (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Birtung is the gram panchayat of Marad village.

Marad has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 Marad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marad is 409419. The village spans a total geographical area of 306 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752116. Nimapada is nearest town to Marad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

When it comes to local governance, Marad 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 Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jagatsinghpur 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 Marad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 805 417 388
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 32 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 75 38 37
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 696 368 328
Illiterate Population 109 49 60

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

  • The total population of Marad village is around 805, including approximately 417 males and 388 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Marad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marad village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Marad village is about 86.46%, with male literacy at 88.25% and female literacy at 84.54%.
  • There are around 156 households in Marad village.

Connectivity of Marad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marad. As per the 2011 stats, Marad 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 Marad

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Marad

Where is Marad located?
Marad village is situated in Gop Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marad?
The Gram Panchayat of Marad is Birtung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Marad?
The pincode of Marad is 752116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marad is 805, with 417 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Marad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marad village has a total of 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marad is 86.46%. The male literacy rate is 88.25%, while the female literacy rate is 84.54%.