Marur

Marur is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Marur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Marur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Marur unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Marur’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 Marur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Marur is 632497. The village spans a total geographical area of 387.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605651. Gingee is nearest town to Marur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Marur

According to the 2011 Census, Marur has a total population of about 1,421, with approximately 701 males and 720 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 226 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 114. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.96%, with male literacy at about 66.62% and female literacy near 53.47%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Marur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,421 701 720
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 83 89
Scheduled Castes (SC) 226 111 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 114 55 59
Literate Population 852 467 385
Illiterate Population 569 234 335

Connectivity of Marur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Marur. As per the 2011 stats, Marur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 12 km distance

Nearby Villages of Marur

Knowing the nearby villages of Marur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Marur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Marur

Where is Marur located?
Marur village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marur?
Marur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Marur?
The pincode of Marur is 605651, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Marur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Marur is 1,421, with 701 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Marur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Marur village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Marur is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 66.62%, while the female literacy rate is 53.47%.