Marora - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Marora is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Pauri and around 35 km from Pauri. Sirala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marora is 045714. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.02 hectares and falls under the 246285 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Marora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marora
According to the 2011 Census, Marora village had a total population of 38 people, including 18 males and 20 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Marora
Marora 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 Marora
Marora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devprayag to Marora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Marora is about 35 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 Marora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Marora
Where is Marora located?
Marora village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Marora?
The Gram Panchayat of Marora is Sirala.
What is the pincode of Marora?
The pincode of Marora is 246285.
What is the population of Marora?
Marora had a total population of 38, including 18 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Marora?
Marora had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marora was 72.97%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 55.00%.