Marar
Marar is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Marrar Khurd is the gram panchayat of Marar village.
Here you can discover what makes Marar unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Marar’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 Marar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marar is 028795. The village spans a total geographical area of 777 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143507. Batala is nearest town to Marar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Marar
Population of Marar
According to the 2011 Census, Marar has a total population of about 3,899, with approximately 2,074 males and 1,825 females. The sex ratio is around 879 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,063 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 60.94%, with male literacy at about 64.27% and female literacy near 57.15%. There are around 714 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,899 | 2,074 | 1,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 246 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,063 | 582 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,376 | 1,333 | 1,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,523 | 741 | 782 |
Connectivity of Marar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marar. As per the 2011 stats, Marar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marar
Knowing the nearby villages of Marar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marar
- Where is Marar located?
- Marar village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Marar is Marrar Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Marar?
- The pincode of Marar is 143507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marar is 3,899, with 2,074 males and 1,825 females.
- How many households are there in Marar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marar village has a total of 714 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marar is 60.94%. The male literacy rate is 64.27%, while the female literacy rate is 57.15%.