Marula
Marula is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Marula village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Marula unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Marula’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 Marula
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marula is 031818. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144203. Mahilpur is nearest town to Marula village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Marula
Population of Marula
According to the 2011 Census, Marula has a total population of about 861, with approximately 427 males and 434 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 446 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 75.15%, with male literacy at about 81.26% and female literacy near 69.12%. There are around 188 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marula's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 861 | 427 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 231 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 647 | 347 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 80 | 134 |
Connectivity of Marula
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marula. As per the 2011 stats, Marula had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Marula
Knowing the nearby villages of Marula helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marula.
Frequently Asked Questions about Marula
- Where is Marula located?
- Marula village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Marula?
- Marula serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Marula?
- The pincode of Marula is 144203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Marula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marula is 861, with 427 males and 434 females.
- How many households are there in Marula as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Marula village has a total of 188 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Marula as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marula is 75.15%. The male literacy rate is 81.26%, while the female literacy rate is 69.12%.