Marora Village - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Marora is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Maroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marora is 043140. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.63 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Marora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Marora
As per Census 2011, Marora village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 72 males and 113 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,569 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marora are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 72 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 14 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 26 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Marora
Marora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundiya | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Baunth | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Ghandiyal | East | 2.07 km |
| Manda | East | 2.21 km |
| Kharsari Gaon | East | 2.71 km |
| Bindua | East | 2.90 km |
| Bamana | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Dikhol Gaon | East | 3.45 km |
| Pant Gaon | East | 3.91 km |
| Tol | East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Marora
Marora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Marora is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Marora
Where is Marora located?
Marora village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marora?
The Gram Panchayat of Marora is Maroda.
What is the pincode of Marora?
The pincode of Marora is 249161.
What is the population of Marora?
Marora has a total population of 185, including 72 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Marora?
There are 53 households in Marora.
What is the literacy rate in Marora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marora is 49.73%. Male literacy is 63.89% and female literacy is 40.71%.