Mari - Bagha Purana, Moga
Mari is a village situated in the Bagha Purana tehsil of Moga district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagha Purana and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Moga. Basti Gurusar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mari is 033947. The village covers a total geographical area of 1843 hectares and falls under the 142049 pincode. Bagha Purana 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 Bhagha Purana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faridkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mari
As per Census 2011, Mari village has a total population of 8,639 people, consisting of 4,504 males and 4,135 females. The village has 1,713 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 896 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,016 literate and 3,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,639 | 4,504 | 4,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 896 | 476 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,987 | 2,071 | 1,916 |
| Literate Population | 5,016 | 2,792 | 2,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,623 | 1,712 | 1,911 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Moga to Mari is about 32 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mari
Where is Mari located?
Mari village is located in Bagha Purana Tehsil, Moga district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mari?
The Gram Panchayat of Mari is Basti Gurusar.
What is the pincode of Mari?
The pincode of Mari is 142049.
What is the population of Mari?
Mari has a total population of 8,639, including 4,504 males and 4,135 females.
How many households are there in Mari?
There are 1,713 households in Mari.
What is the literacy rate in Mari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mari is 58.06%. Male literacy is 61.99% and female literacy is 53.78%.