Marufpur - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Marufpur is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Marufpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marufpur is 206806. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.52 hectares and falls under the 221115 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Marufpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marufpur
As per Census 2011, Marufpur village has a total population of 2,366 people, consisting of 1,221 males and 1,145 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,606 literate and 760 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marufpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,366 | 1,221 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 162 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 155 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,606 | 933 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 288 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Marufpur
Marufpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mainuddinpur | South | 0.65 km |
| Jamalpur | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Ram Duttpur | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Chak Bulan | East | 1.76 km |
| Chakia Tanda | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Jairampur | South | 1.94 km |
| Sarauli | West | 2.06 km |
| Hasanpur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Majhilepur | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Dahi | South-East | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marufpur
The nearest railway station is Aunrihar Jn, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Marufpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Marufpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Marufpur
Where is Marufpur located?
Marufpur village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marufpur?
Marufpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Marufpur?
The pincode of Marufpur is 221115.
What is the population of Marufpur?
Marufpur has a total population of 2,366, including 1,221 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Marufpur?
There are 322 households in Marufpur.
What is the literacy rate in Marufpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marufpur is 67.88%. Male literacy is 76.41% and female literacy is 58.78%.