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.

Marar has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 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.

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Population of Marar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Marar village is around 3,899, including approximately 2,074 males and 1,825 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 453 children aged 0–6 years in Marar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Marar village has 1,063 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Marar village is about 60.94%, with male literacy at 64.27% and female literacy at 57.15%.
  • There are around 714 households in Marar village.

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.

Khokhar Shankarpura Dhadialanatt Ghoga Kotla Baman Raliali Khurd Rali Ali Kalan Bharathwal Sundal Kaluwal Sarchur

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%.