Maroth - Nawa, Didwana-Kuchaman
Maroth is a village situated in the Nawa tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from Nawa and around 188 km from Nagaur. Maroth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maroth is 083880. The village covers a total geographical area of 2857.82 hectares and falls under the 341507 pincode. Nawa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Maroth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maroth
As per Census 2011, Maroth village has a total population of 8,330 people, consisting of 4,344 males and 3,986 females. The village has 1,417 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,056 literate and 3,274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maroth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,330 | 4,344 | 3,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,114 | 594 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,190 | 1,149 | 1,041 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 5,056 | 3,112 | 1,944 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,274 | 1,232 | 2,042 |
Nearby Villages of Maroth
Maroth is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijapura | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Abhaypura | South | 3.69 km |
| Chak Daron Ka Bas | North | 3.78 km |
| Solaya | East | 3.85 km |
| Joshipura | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Maharajpura | South | 3.92 km |
| Keriyawas | North | 3.96 km |
| Jeenwar | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Narsinghpura | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Purohiton Ka Bas | North-West | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maroth
Maroth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Govindi Marwar, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawa to Maroth is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Maroth is about 188 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maroth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maroth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maroth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maroth 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maroth
Where is Maroth located?
Maroth village is located in Nawa Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maroth?
Maroth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maroth?
The pincode of Maroth is 341507.
What is the population of Maroth?
Maroth has a total population of 8,330, including 4,344 males and 3,986 females.
How many households are there in Maroth?
There are 1,417 households in Maroth.
What is the literacy rate in Maroth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maroth is 60.70%. Male literacy is 71.64% and female literacy is 48.77%.