Maruee - Pindra, Varanasi
Maruee is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Marue serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maruee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maruee is 208618. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.15 hectares and falls under the 221208 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Maruee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maruee
As per Census 2011, Maruee village has a total population of 6,458 people, consisting of 3,301 males and 3,157 females. The village has 949 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 997 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,895 literate and 2,563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,061 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maruee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,458 | 3,301 | 3,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 997 | 522 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 551 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 3,895 | 2,331 | 1,564 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,563 | 970 | 1,593 |
Nearby Villages of Maruee
Maruee 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivpur | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Asman Patti | West | 1.36 km |
| Bharatpur | East | 1.61 km |
| Sindhora | North | 1.77 km |
| Saray Shekhlad | South | 1.78 km |
| Basantpura | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Tilmapur | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Gulara | North | 2.49 km |
| Chhataon | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Dindaspur | West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maruee
Maruee is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pindra Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Varanasi to Maruee is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maruee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maruee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maruee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maruee village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maruee
Where is Maruee located?
Maruee village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maruee?
The Gram Panchayat of Maruee is Marue.
What is the pincode of Maruee?
The pincode of Maruee is 221208.
What is the population of Maruee?
Maruee has a total population of 6,458, including 3,301 males and 3,157 females.
How many households are there in Maruee?
There are 949 households in Maruee.
What is the literacy rate in Maruee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maruee is 60.31%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 49.54%.