Mari - Bathinda
Mari is a village situated in the Bathinda tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Bathinda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mari is 035712. The village covers a total geographical area of 653 hectares and falls under the 151509 pincode. Bathinda is the nearest town.
Mari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathinda urban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mari
As per Census 2011, Mari village has a total population of 1,203 people, consisting of 612 males and 591 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 731 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,203 | 612 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 242 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 409 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 203 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Mari
Mari 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 Mari
Mari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Mari has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bathinda to Mari is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mari 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 Mari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mari
Where is Mari located?
Mari village is located in Bathinda Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mari?
Mari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mari?
The pincode of Mari is 151509.
What is the population of Mari?
Mari has a total population of 1,203, including 612 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Mari?
There are 210 households in Mari.
What is the literacy rate in Mari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mari is 60.76%. Male literacy is 66.83% and female literacy is 54.48%.